**Chicken Broccoli Fried Rice: A Flavorful and Versatile Dish**
Chicken broccoli fried rice is a classic takeout dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a flavorful and versatile dish that can be easily customized to your liking. This article provides three delicious recipes for chicken broccoli fried rice, each with its own unique flavor profile. Whether you prefer a simple and classic version, a spicy and flavorful Szechuan-style dish, or a healthy and veggie-packed option, you are sure to find a recipe that you will love. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under 30 minutes, making them perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. So gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal of chicken broccoli fried rice tonight!
CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI (CHINESE TAKEOUT STYLE)
An easy chicken and broccoli stir fry recipe that yields juicy chicken and crisp broccoli in a rich brown sauce, just like the one at a Chinese restaurant. {Gluten-Free Adaptable}To make this dish gluten free, use dry sherry instead of Shaoxing wine. Use tamari or coconut amino to replace dark soy sauce. And make sure you pick a gluten-free oyster sauce such as this one.
Provided by Maggie Zhu
Categories Main
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Slice the chicken against the grain into thin bite-size pieces, no thicker than 1/4" (1/2 cm), transfer into a medium-size bowl. Add the marinade ingredients. Stir to mix well. Let sit for 10 minutes while preparing other ingredients.
- Combine all the sauce ingredients in a bowl. Stir to mix well.
- Bring 1/3 cup of water to a boil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli and cover. Steam until the broccoli just turns tender and the water evaporates, about 40 to 50 seconds. Transfer the broccoli to a plate. Wipe the pan with a paper towel held in a pair of tongs if there's any water left.
- Add the oil and swirl to coat the bottom. Spread the chicken in the skillet in a single layer. Allow to cook without touching for 30 seconds, or until the bottom side is browned. Flip to cook the other side for a few seconds. Stir and cook until the surface is lightly charred and the inside is still pink.
- Add the garlic and ginger. Stir a few times to release the flavor and fragrance.
- Return the broccoli to the pan. Stir the sauce again to dissolve the cornstarch completely and pour it into the skillet. Cook and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute. Transfer everything to a plate immediately.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or boiled noodles as a main dish.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 246 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Sodium 634 mg, Fiber 0.8 g, Sugar 3.5 g
CHICKEN BROCCOLI FRIED RICE
Steps:
- Heat up 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large frying pan. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry these on high heat for about 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prep the chicken. Cut the breasts into thin strips. Season them with salt and pepper and rub in the turmeric.
- When the broccoli is done, transfer it into a bowl.
- Heat the rest of the olive oil in the pan and throw the seasoned chicken pieces. Stir-fry until cooked through. This will take about 4-5 minutes. When ready, transfer the chicken into the same bowl.
- In the same pan, fry the rice for a few minutes. Make a well in the middle. Pour in beaten eggs and let them set for a few seconds before scrambling them. When almost done, mix the scrambled eggs with rice.
- Add the cooked broccoli and chicken and mix around. Taste and season with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve while still warm!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Sodium 99 mg, Fiber 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
TAKE OUT-STYLE FRIED RICE
This is a yummy recipe for fried rice.
Provided by SHYLAHRIDGWAY
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Fried Rice Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat; add 1 teaspoon canola oil. Cook and stir eggs in the hot oil until scrambled and set, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer eggs to a plate, clean the wok, and return to high heat.
- Mix 1 tablespoon canola oil, carrots, and salt in the hot wok; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add garlic to carrots; cook and stir until garlic is fragrant and browned, about 2 minutes. Stir peas and scallions into carrot mixture; cook and stir until peas are warmed, 1 to 2 minutes. Lower heat to medium.
- Stir rice into carrot mixture; add scrambled eggs, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir rice mixture until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.3 calories, Carbohydrate 63.4 g, Cholesterol 93 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 175.8 mg, Sugar 5 g
CHICKEN BROCCOLI FRIED RICE TAKE OUT
Pretty easy to put together the food items in your pantry & Fridge! I had everything! Being an excellent cook doesn't help, either. Even if your inexperienced,you'll be able to make this Simple recipe!
Provided by Denise Miles
Categories Turkey
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. In a tall-sided Skillet, Heat oil on med/high heat. Saute onion and garlic until onion is translucent. Add in chopped carrot, broccoli. Stir until veggies are crisp-tender. Add in both eggs into hot skillet. Scramble until done.
- 2. When egg is done add in chicken and rice to skillet. Stir until combined. Stir in soy sauce. Serve hot! Enjoy
BROCCOLI AND CHICKEN STIR-FRIED RICE
This is adapted from Cooking Light, July 2007. I really think it is one of my favorite stir-fry recipes out there, It is also very flexible...I'm sure you could sub in other veggies for some of the broccoli, like water chestnuts or carrots or mushrooms. Let your imagination run wild :). The original recipe calls for 2 T reduced-sodium soy sauce plus 1/4 t table salt stirred in at the end, but I think it is salty enough as written here.
Provided by smellyvegetarian
Categories Chicken
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add broccoli and onion; sauté for 5 minutes. Add 1/4 cup broth; cover and cook for 3 minutes. Remove broccoli mixture from pan.
- Place pan over medium-high heat. Add rice; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add broccoli mixture, garlic, ginger, pepper, and chicken; toss well.
- Combine remaining 1/4 cup broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, vinegar, and cornstarch; add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook 1 minute.
EASY FRIED RICE WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLINI
This veggie-packed fried rice calls for freshly-cooked broccolini, snow peas, edamame, and chicken, but feel free to substitute any quick-cooking or leftover vegetables you like.
Provided by Rhoda Boone
Categories Takeout at Home 22-Minute Meals Rice Chicken Garlic Egg Pea Soy Sauce Orange Juice Quick & Easy Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet or wok over high. Reserve about 2 Tbsp. sliced scallion greens; add remaining scallions to oil and cook, tossing occasionally, about 1 minute. Add chicken, 1 tsp. salt, and pepper and cook, stirring, about 2 minutes. Stir in garlic and ginger, then add broccolini and toss until incorporated. Cover and cook until chicken is cooked through and broccolini is tender, 2-3 minutes more. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Heat remaining 3 Tbsp. oil in skillet over high. Add rice and remaining 1/4 tsp. salt, toss to coat, then press rice into a single layer, and cook, undisturbed, until crisped on the bottom, about 2 minutes. Move rice to one-half of skillet and add eggs to other half. Cook, stirring gently to form curds, until soft set and just cooked through, about 1 minute, then fold into rice.
- Fold in snow peas, edamame, soy sauce, and orange juice. Cook, tossing, until warmed through, about 1 minute. Add chicken mixture and toss to combine. Divide among plates, then top with reserved 2 Tbsp. scallions. Drizzle with chili or sesame oil, if using.
Tips:
- Use day-old rice: Day-old rice is less moist and will fry better, resulting in a fluffier texture.
- Cook the rice properly: Make sure the rice is cooked through but not mushy. If the rice is too soft, it will break down when you stir-fry it.
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the fried rice will taste. Use fresh vegetables, lean protein, and flavorful sauces.
- Don't overcrowd the wok or pan: If you overcrowd the wok or pan, the rice will not cook evenly and will become mushy.
- Stir-fry the rice in batches: If you are making a large batch of fried rice, stir-fry it in batches to ensure that the rice is cooked evenly.
- Season the rice to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a splash of soy sauce or fish sauce for extra flavor.
- Serve the rice immediately: Fried rice is best served immediately after it is cooked. If you need to store the rice, let it cool completely before refrigerating it. Reheat the rice in a wok or pan over medium heat until warmed through.
Conclusion:
Chicken broccoli fried rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. By following these tips, you can make the best chicken broccoli fried rice at home. Enjoy!
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