Easy Fried Rice

Name: Easy Fried Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large eggs, beaten; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons canola oil, divided; 4 cups cooked rice; 1-1/2 cups frozen stir-fry vegetable blend; 1/2 cup sliced green onions; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 cup diced cooked chicken; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon chicken broth; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield 4 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

This easy fried rice recipe captures the flavor of fried rice from your favorite take-out spot. Use leftover rice and leftover chicken for a satisfying meal that's simple to put together.

Ingredients

2 large eggs, beaten
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
4 cups cooked rice
1-1/2 cups frozen stir-fry vegetable blend
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup diced cooked chicken
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Directions

Combine eggs and salt. In a large skillet or wok over medium heat, scramble eggs in 1 teaspoon oil, breaking eggs into small pieces. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Add remaining 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons oil to skillet. Stir-fry rice over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Add vegetables, onions and garlic; stir-fry for 5 minutes. Add chicken; stir-fry until heated through, 3-5 minutes. Combine soy sauce, broth, pepper and ginger. Add to rice; stir to coat. Add bacon and eggs; heat through.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 476 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 133mg cholesterol, 1077mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein.

This easy fried rice recipe really captures the flavor of fried rice served in restaurants. Use leftover chicken for a satisfying meal that's simple to put together. —Lori Schweer, Mapleton, Minnesota

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