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Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice Recipe

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This Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice recipe is a flavorful and satisfying one-pan meal combining tender shrimp, juicy chicken, and colorful vegetables with scrambled eggs and perfectly seasoned rice. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s a delicious homemade take on a classic Asian favorite, featuring a balance of savory soy and fragrant sesame oil for authentic taste.

Ingredients

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Seafood and Meat

  • 12 ounces shrimp – peeled and deveined
  • 12 ounces chicken breast – diced into small pieces

Vegetables

  • ½ large yellow onion – diced
  • 3 cloves garlic – minced
  • 2 cups frozen peas and carrots

Rice and Eggs

  • 2 ½ cups cold cooked rice
  • 3 large eggs – beaten

Oils and Seasonings

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil – divided
  • ½ teaspoon salt – divided
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper – divided
  • 3–4 tablespoons soy sauce – adjust to taste
  • 1 ½ teaspoons sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Season the shrimp: Sprinkle half of the salt and pepper evenly onto the peeled and deveined shrimp to enhance flavor before cooking.
  2. Cook the shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable or canola oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
  3. Season the chicken: Sprinkle the remaining salt and pepper onto the diced chicken breast to ensure it is well-seasoned.
  4. Cook the chicken and onion: In the same pan, heat another tablespoon of oil. Add the seasoned chicken and diced yellow onion, cooking for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the onion becomes soft and translucent.
  5. Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  6. Toast the rice: Push the chicken and vegetables to one side of the pan. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the empty side, then add the cold cooked rice. Stir-fry the rice for a few minutes to heat it through and lightly toast it, enhancing its texture and flavor.
  7. Combine ingredients: Mix the toasted rice with the chicken and vegetable mixture thoroughly in the pan.
  8. Add peas and carrots: Stir in the frozen peas and carrots, cooking for 1-2 minutes until they are heated through.
  9. Cook the eggs: Push all ingredients to one side of the pan. Pour the beaten eggs onto the empty side and gently scramble them until soft and slightly set.
  10. Finish the dish: Return the cooked shrimp to the pan. Add soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring everything together until well combined and heated through.
  11. Adjust seasoning and serve: Taste the fried rice and add more soy sauce if needed for your preferred saltiness. Serve warm immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Using cold cooked rice prevents clumping and helps achieve a better fried rice texture.
  • Adjust soy sauce according to your taste preference for saltiness.
  • Peeling and deveining shrimp beforehand saves time during cooking.
  • You can substitute frozen peas and carrots with fresh vegetables if desired.
  • For a spicier version, add a pinch of chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce during cooking.

Keywords: shrimp fried rice, chicken fried rice, fried rice recipe, easy dinner, Asian chicken shrimp rice, quick meal, stir-fry rice

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