High Protein Chicken Fried Rice: 40g Muscle-Building Comfort Classic
A protein-packed twist on classic chicken fried rice, loaded with lean chicken breast, fluffy eggs, vegetables, and brown rice—all cooked in a savory garlic-ginger soy sauce blend.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
3 cups cold cooked brown rice
2–3 large eggs
½ cup diced carrots
½ cup peas (frozen or fresh)
½ medium onion, diced
2 green onions, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp fresh grated ginger
2½ tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
2 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: red chili flakes, sesame seeds
Instructions
Season chicken with salt, pepper, and a splash of soy sauce. Set aside.
In a large skillet, scramble eggs in 1 tsp sesame oil. Remove and set aside.
Sauté chicken in 1 tbsp oil over medium-high heat until cooked through. Remove.
Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger. Add carrots and peas, cook until tender.
Stir in rice, breaking up clumps. Cook 2–3 minutes.
Add soy sauce, remaining sesame oil, and return eggs and chicken to pan. Stir well.
Cook 1–2 minutes. Finish with green onions and optional chili flakes.
Notes
Use day-old rice for best results. Customize with your favorite veggies. Makes a great meal prep option.