Cauliflower Fried Rice with Chicken
If you're looking for a delicious high-protein, low-carb meal that is also a healthy dinner recipe, look no further than this Cauliflower Fried Rice with Chicken. It’s simple, satisfying, and packed with nutrients that will keep you energized and feeling great.
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized chicken breasts boneless and skinless
- 1 medium head of cauliflower or pre-made cauliflower rice, about 4 cups
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil or olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup carrots diced or shredded
- 1 cup peas frozen or fresh
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos for a gluten-free version
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds optional
- 2 green onions chopped for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Cauliflower Rice: Chop cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until rice-sized, or use pre-made cauliflower rice.
- Cook Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, cook for 6-7 minutes per side, then remove and slice.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add remaining oil. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Add carrots and peas, cook for 4-5 minutes.
- Scramble Eggs: Push veggies to the side. Scramble eggs in the empty side of the skillet until fully cooked.
- Add Cauliflower Rice: Stir in cauliflower rice, cook for 5-7 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally.
- Add Seasoning: Drizzle soy sauce and rice vinegar over the rice mixture. Stir to combine and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Combine Chicken: Add sliced chicken back into the skillet, stirring everything together.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve and enjoy!
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