Garlic Chicken Fried Rice

Garlic Chicken Fried Rice is a flavorful dish that's perfect for using leftover rice. Here's a simple recipe:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked rice (preferably cold or day-old rice)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 chicken breasts, diced (or thighs for more flavor)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (like peas, carrots, and corn)
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or to taste)
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Green onions, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients: If you haven't already, cook the rice and let it cool. Dice the chicken, chop the garlic, onion, and vegetables, and beat the eggs.

2. Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and cook until golden and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.

3. Cook the Eggs: In the same pan, add a bit more oil and pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble them until they're fully cooked, then remove from the pan and set aside with the chicken.

4. Sauté Garlic and Onion: Add a little more oil to the pan if needed. Sauté the garlic and onion until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

5. Add Veggies: Add the mixed vegetables to the pan and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until they are heated through.

6. Combine Rice and Sauces: Add the rice to the pan. Stir well to combine and break up any clumps. Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Stir-fry everything together for about 3-4 minutes.

7. Add Chicken and Eggs: Return the cooked chicken and eggs to the pan. Toss everything together, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

8. Garnish: Sprinkle chopped green onions over the fried rice for a fresh touch.

Serve:

Serve hot as a main dish or as a side with your favorite Asian dishes!

Enjoy your garlic chicken fried rice!