Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Sesame Ginger Chicken Fried

Sesame Ginger Chicken Fried Rice: A Comforting Delight


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

  • Author: Anna
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Savory Sesame Ginger Chicken Fried Rice You’ll Crave


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to spice preference)
  • 2 large eggs (optional)
  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shiitake or cremini mushrooms (chopped)
  • 2 cups baby bok choy or spinach (chopped)
  • 4 stalks green onions (sliced)
  • 2 inches fresh ginger (grated)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 cups chicken breasts (cubed)
  • 4 cups cooked, day-old rice
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil or cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, hoisin sauce, and chili flakes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add eggs, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the edges begin to set, about 1-2 minutes. Scramble gently and transfer to a plate.
  3. Return the skillet to medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of oil. Toss in the mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, stir in green onions, ginger, garlic, and bok choy. Cook for 2-3 minutes and transfer everything to the plate with eggs.
  4. In the same skillet, add remaining 2 tablespoons of oil and the cubed chicken. Sauté until browned, about 5 minutes. Pour in 2 tablespoons of the sauce, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add the day-old rice to the skillet and stir occasionally for 4-5 minutes. Mix in remaining sauce, fold in mushrooms, bok choy, and scrambled eggs for another 1-2 minutes. Stir in fresh basil or cilantro.
  6. Spoon the rice into bowls and top with additional green onions.

Notes

  • Use sesame oil for authentic flavor.
  • Adjust chili flakes to your spice preference.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 70 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg