Description
Indulge in the savory goodness of Sticky Garlic Chicken Fried Rice. This Asian-inspired dish features tender chicken, fragrant jasmine rice, and a sticky garlic sauce that will have your taste buds dancing. It’s a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, making it a family favorite for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (divided)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)
For the Fried Rice:
- 3 cups cooked and chilled jasmine rice
- 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (thawed)
- 3 green onions (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, toss the chicken with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and a pinch of pepper. Let marinate while you prepare the sauce.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Make the Fried Rice: Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Pour in the beaten eggs and scramble until set. Add the cooked rice and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes. Add peas and carrots, and stir well.
- Combine Everything: Return the chicken to the pan. Pour the sauce over everything and stir constantly for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens. Drizzle with sesame oil, add green onions, and serve hot.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for the best texture.
- You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breast or tofu.
- Add chili flakes or sriracha for heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
