Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice
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Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice
Description
Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice replaces standard rice with finely chopped cauliflower, stir-fried with diced chicken breast and scrambled eggs for protein. The vegetables include diced onion, peas, and carrots, which add color and subtle sweetness. Garlic and ginger provide aromatic depth, while soy sauce and sesame oil contribute savory and nutty notes.
The method involves cooking chicken separately before scrambling eggs in the pan. Vegetables and cauliflower rice are sautéed, then combined with chicken and eggs, finishing with a final seasoning adjustment. This technique ensures each ingredient retains its texture and distinct flavor without becoming mushy.
This dish works well as a main course, especially for those seeking a familiar fried rice flavor with less carbohydrate. It can be served hot and adjusted with extra soy sauce or sesame oil to personal taste.
For dietary preferences, coconut aminos can substitute soy sauce for paleo diets, and tamari can be used for gluten-free needs. The recipe notes also offer a weight watchers SmartPoints value.
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breast diced
- 3 egg
- ½ onion diced
- ¾ cup peas frozen, thawed
- ¾ cup carrot chopped
- 2 cups cauliflower rice
- ½ teaspoon ginger
- 4 cloves garlic chopped
- 2 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari if gluten free, or coconut aminos if keto
Instructions
- Add 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a skillet and place over medium high heat. Add chicken and cook until done about 8-10 minutes tossing often.
- Remove chicken from pan and add three eggs. Scramble gently until cooked through. Remove from pan.
- Add 1 tablespoon sesame oil to pan. Saute garlic for a minute or two. Add ginger, onions and carrots. Saute for a few minutes. Add cauliflower rice and saute for another few minutes. Add peas, soy sauce, chicken and eggs. Saute for a minute.
- Remove from heat and adjust seasoning. Add more soy sauce and a drizzle of sesame oil.
Notes
- Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce for a paleo-friendly version.
- Tamari is suitable for making this dish gluten-free.
- The recipe provides a Weight Watchers SmartPoints value of 4 per serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 181 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 181kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 118mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 462mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 515mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 2480IU | 50% |
| Vitamin C | 35.4mg | 39% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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