Description
A savory and flavorful Japanese BBQ Chicken Fried Rice made with tender diced chicken breast, vibrant vegetables, scrambled eggs, and a blend of traditional Japanese sauces including soy, oyster, mirin, and teriyaki, all stir-fried together for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Eggs
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 3 large eggs
Grains
- 2 cups cooked rice
Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup peas
- 1/2 cup carrots, diced
- 1 tablespoon green onions, chopped
Oils
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Sauces and Condiments
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
Spices and Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil, preparing the pan for cooking.
- Cook Chicken: Add the diced chicken breast to the hot oil and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned, then remove and set aside.
- Add Sesame Oil: In the same skillet, add sesame oil to enhance the flavor profile for the vegetables and rice.
- Sauté Onion: Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant, releasing its aroma.
- Cook Vegetables: Add diced carrots and peas, cooking for 3-4 minutes while stirring occasionally until they begin to soften.
- Scramble Eggs: Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet, crack the eggs into the empty space, and scramble them with a spatula for about 2 minutes until fully cooked.
- Combine Eggs and Vegetables: Mix the scrambled eggs with the cooked vegetables evenly in the skillet.
- Add Rice: Incorporate the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps with your spatula to ensure even cooking.
- Add Sauces: Pour soy sauce, oyster sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, and teriyaki sauce over the rice mixture.
- Stir to Coat: Stir everything together thoroughly to ensure the rice is evenly coated with the sauces.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in grated ginger, black pepper, and chili flakes to infuse the dish with aromatic spice and flavor complexity.
- Reintroduce Chicken: Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
- Finish Cooking: Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors together harmoniously.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove skillet from heat and sprinkle chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds on top before serving hot.
Notes
- Use day-old cooked rice for best texture in fried rice.
- Adjust chili flakes to your preferred spice level.
- Feel free to substitute chicken breast with thigh meat for juicier results.
- Make sure to sauté garlic and onion well to develop a deep flavor base.
- Mirin and teriyaki sauce add sweetness and depth; do not omit for authentic taste.
