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Easy Low-Carb Cauliflower Rice Chicken Fried Rice Recipe You’ll Love

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A quick, healthy, and satisfying low-carb fried rice made with cauliflower rice, tender chicken, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners and meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small bite-sized pieces
  • 4 cups riced cauliflower (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1/2 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 3 green onions, sliced thinly
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or avocado oil
  • Optional: red pepper flakes or sriracha for heat
  • Optional: fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Dice carrots, slice green onions, and mince garlic and ginger. If using frozen peas or cauliflower rice, thaw slightly and drain excess moisture.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and stir-fry until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium, add a little oil if needed, and pour in beaten eggs. Scramble gently and cook until just set. Remove eggs and set aside with the chicken.
  4. Add remaining oil, then garlic and ginger. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Toss in carrots and peas, stir-frying until tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add cauliflower rice to the pan and stir well to combine. Spread it out and let it cook undisturbed for 1-2 minutes to mimic toasted fried rice texture. Stir occasionally until tender but not mushy, about 5-6 minutes.
  6. Return chicken and eggs to the pan. Pour soy sauce and sesame oil over everything. Toss well to coat and cook for another 2 minutes so flavors marry. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Remove from heat, sprinkle green onions and optional red pepper flakes or cilantro on top. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming the chicken and soggy cauliflower rice. Use high smoke point oil for stir-frying and add sesame oil at the end for flavor. Press excess moisture out of frozen cauliflower rice before cooking. Cooking eggs separately keeps texture nice. Cooking in batches helps maintain high heat and crispiness.

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Keywords: low-carb, cauliflower rice, chicken fried rice, healthy dinner, quick recipe, keto-friendly, gluten-free

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