A savory, smoky side dish featuring stir-fried rice with tender grilled chicken, colorful vegetables, and bold soy-garlic flavors—perfect alongside Memorial Day barbecue favorites.
Author:Asma
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Side Dish
Method:Stir-Fried
Cuisine:Asian-Inspired
Diet:Halal
Ingredients
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2cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
1cup grilled chicken breast, diced
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2cup diced carrots
1/2cup frozen peas
1/4cup chopped green onions
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
1 tsp garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add garlic and carrots; stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until softened.
Push veggies to the side, add eggs, and scramble until cooked.
Add rice and grilled chicken; toss everything together.
Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, peas, and green onions. Cook for 3–4 minutes, letting the rice slightly crisp.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot as a side for grilled meats.
Notes
Use day-old rice for better texture and less stickiness.
Feel free to swap or add other vegetables like bell peppers or corn.
Grill extra chicken in advance for quick meal prep.