Easy Chicken Fried Rice

Easy Chicken Fried Rice is a quick and simple dinner you can make any night of the week. This stir fry is ready in just 30 minutes, full of healthy vegetables and kid-friendly, too!

THE RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tablespoon oil
• 2 large chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces
• 2 large onions, diced
• 3 medium carrots, diced
• 1 red pepper, diced
• 2 cups cooked and chilled rice
• 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• Sesame seeds and sliced green onion, to serve (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Brown the chicken: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken on all sides, until browned.
2. Sauté the vegetables: Add the onions and carrots and cook until the onions turn translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the pepper and cook until softened.
3. Cook the rice: Stir in the rice and cook until it's starting to brown.
4. Finish the dish: Stir in the soy sauce and maple syrup. Add the peas and cook until they're hot.
5. Serve: Serve immediately sprinkled with sesame seeds and sliced green onion, if you like.

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