Egg Roll Fried Rice Chicken (Printer View)

All the classic egg roll flavors you love, transformed into a quick and satisfying skillet meal with tender chicken and fluffy rice.

# Components:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
02 - 3 large eggs

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 cups coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)
04 - 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

→ Rice

07 - 3 cups cooked jasmine or long-grain rice, preferably day-old

→ Sauces & Seasonings

08 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce, low sodium preferred
09 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, optional
10 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
12 - 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili sauce, optional

→ Oils

13 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (canola or sunflower)

# Method:

01 - Prepare and arrange all ingredients at your cooking station for efficient preparation.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add shredded or diced chicken and cook 2 minutes until heated through. Remove and set aside.
03 - Add remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan. Stir-fry minced garlic and grated ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add coleslaw mix and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened but still retaining crispness.
05 - Push vegetables to one side of the pan. Crack eggs into the empty space and scramble until just set. Mix scrambled eggs with vegetables.
06 - Add cooked rice, reserved chicken, soy sauce, oyster sauce if using, sesame oil, and white pepper. Toss thoroughly and stir-fry 3-4 minutes, breaking up any rice clumps.
07 - Stir in sliced green onions and sriracha or chili sauce if desired. Cook 1 additional minute. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
08 - Transfer to serving plates and garnish with additional sliced green onions if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and Efficient: Go from prep to table in just 30 minutes.
  • One-Pan Cleanup: Everything is cooked in a single wok or skillet for minimal mess.
  • Takeout Alternative: Enjoy the nostalgic taste of an egg roll in a wholesome, dairy-free format.
02 -
  • Cold rice is crucial for preventing a mushy texture; if you don't have day-old rice, cool freshly cooked rice on a tray before use.
  • Don't omit the ground white pepper, as it provides the signature aromatic heat found in traditional fried rice.
  • Keep the heat high and stir constantly during the final frying stage to toast the rice grains evenly.
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