Description

Garlic Fried Rice With Leftover Chicken is the kind of weeknight hero that tastes like you planned it, even when you didn’t. Cold rice gets revived in a garlicky, golden oil, eggs add richness, and the leftover roast chicken turns into savory little bites that crisp at the edges. A splash of soy sauce ties everything together, while spring onions and chili crisp bring freshness and heat. It’s fast, comforting, and deeply satisfying the perfect “I have leftovers but want something delicious” dish.

Ingredients

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3 cups cold cooked rice
1 cup leftover roast or grilled chicken, chopped
5 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 eggs
2 tbsp oil
2 tbsp soy sauce
spring onions for garnish
chili crisp or hot sauce optional

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Instructions

Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add garlic and cook until lightly golden.
Push garlic aside and scramble the eggs in the same pan.
Add rice and break apart any clumps.
Stir in soy sauce and chopped chicken.Cook until the rice starts crisping slightly at the bottom.
Finish with spring onions and chili crisp.