Honey Garlic Chicken Fried Rice
A comforting and straightforward dish combining honey, garlic, and chicken stir-fried with rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Sauce
- 4 cloves Garlic, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 teaspoons Rice Vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Toasted Sesame Oil
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil, divided
- 1 large clove Shallot, diced
- 1 1/2 cups Frozen Peas and Carrots
- 2 1/2 cups Cooked Rice
- 2 teaspoons Lime Juice
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine the chopped garlic, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- Season the chopped chicken breast with salt and black pepper.
Cooking
- Heat a wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken and sauté until nearly cooked through, about a few minutes. Pour in half of the prepared sauce and stir well to coat the chicken, then set aside.
- In the same wok, add the remaining tablespoon of oil, diced shallot, and frozen peas and carrots. Sauté until shallot is soft and vegetables are warmed through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the rest of the sauce to the vegetable mixture and scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the wok.
- Once the sauce simmers, add the cooked rice and stir constantly to break up any clumps until thoroughly combined.
- Stir the chicken back into the mixture and squeeze lime juice over the top before serving.
- Serve hot, with optional hot sauce for added heat.
Notes
Use day-old rice if possible for better texture. Adjust garlic and honey to taste. Consider garnishing with toasted sesame seeds or chopped green onions.