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Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice
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Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice

This Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice is perfect for a quick dinner. It’s full of shrimp, tender chicken, and soft rice mixed with colorful veggies.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Marinate Time
20 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 429 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-American Fusion

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces Shrimp peeled and deveined, medium or small size
  • 8 ounces chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces, boneless, skinless
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce divided
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or sesame oil, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 1 carrot diced
  • 3 cups long grain white rice 1 cup dry, cooked, cold
  • 1/2 cup peas thawed, frozen
  • 2 large egg lightly beaten
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced for garnish
  • sesame seeds optional, for garnish

Instructions

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  1. In a small bowl, marinate the shrimp and chicken pieces with half of soy sauce. Let them marinate for about 15-20 minutes. 8 ounces medium/small shrimp, 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast, 4 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and chicken pieces, and cook until they are fully cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove them from the skillet and set aside. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic, diced onion, and diced carrot. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened. 2 cloves garlic, 1 small yellow onion, 1 carrot
  4. Add the cooked rice to the skillet with the vegetables, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Stir in the thawed peas and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the rice to heat through. Add the remaining soy sauce and Hoisin Sauce and stir until the color is uniform. 3 cups cold cooked long grain white rice, 1/2 cup frozen peas
  5. Push the rice mixture to one side of the skillet to create an empty space. Pour the beaten eggs into the empty space and allow them to cook for a minute or two until they start to set. Use a spatula to scramble the eggs and incorporate them into the rice mixture. 2 large eggs
  6. Return the cooked shrimp and chicken to the skillet with the fried rice. Stir everything together until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. salt and black pepper
  7. Transfer the Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice to serving plates or bowls. Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and sesame seeds for a pop of color and flavor. 2 green onions, sesame seeds for garnish

Notes

  • The rice for this recipe can be made in advance, up to one day. It is best when it’s cooled.
  • You can use any size shrimp you would like, I used a medium size, deveined, peeled and tails removed. Once cooked, they shrink even more.
  • Refer to the article above for more tips and tricks.
  • The calories shown are based on the recipe making 4 servings, with 1 serving being 1/4 of fried rice. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. **
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  • The rice for this recipe can be made in advance, up to one day. It is best when it’s cooled.
  • Make sure to cook the chicken and shrimp until it is cooked all the way through and to 165°F (74°C).
  • You can adjust the amount of soy sauce and Hoisin sauce you would like to use, adding more if desired for more flavor.
  • If you would like to add some heat to this rice, you can add some chili crisp as a topping and mix together, it’s very delicious.
  • You can use any size shrimp you would like, I used a medium size, deveined, peeled and tails removed. Once cooked, they shrink even more.
  • Refer to the article above for more tips and tricks. The calories shown are based on the recipe making 4 servings, with 1 serving being 1/4 of fried rice. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. **

Nutrition Information

Calories 429kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 47g (16%) Protein 33g (66%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g (29%) Monounsaturated Fat 3g (15%) Trans Fat 0.1g (5%) Cholesterol 221mg (74%) Sodium 1255mg (52%) Potassium 631mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 2899IU (58%) Vitamin C 12mg (13%) Calcium 92mg (9%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 429

% Daily Value*

Calories 429kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 47g 16%
Protein 33g 66%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 221mg 74%
Sodium 1255mg 52%
Potassium 631mg 13%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 2899IU 58%
Vitamin C 12mg 13%
Calcium 92mg 9%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.