U.S. flag

An official website of the United States government

Fried Rice with Chicken and Vegetables

Fried Rice with Chicken and Vegetables

Fried rice topped with vegetables in a bowl
Makes: 6 Servings

Low-sodium soy sauce and garlic powder create a delicious flavor for this brown rice, vegetable, and chicken dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (Or cooking oil of your choice)
  • 3 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 carrot (cut into 1/4-inch slices)
  • 1/2 bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped broccoli
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 medium eggs (beaten)
  • 3/4 cup cooked bite-size pieces of chicken

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add rice and stir for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in carrot, bell pepper, onion, broccoli, soy sauce, black pepper, and garlic powder. Cook until vegetables are tender.
  5. Remove mixture from pan.
  6. Pour eggs into pan and scramble.
  7. Put vegetable mix and rice back in the pan and mix with scrambled eggs.
  8. Add chicken and cook until hot.
  9. Refrigerate leftovers.
Source:

Adapted from Fried Rice, Colorado State University and University of California at Davis. Eating Smart Being Active Recipes.

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 cup, 1/6 of recipe
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 233
Total Fat 8 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Cholesterol 85 mg
Sodium 236 mg
Carbohydrates 29 g
Dietary Fiber 3 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 11 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 25 mg
Iron 1 mg
Potassium 285 mg

N/A will display when nutrient data is unavailable

Please note: nutrient values are subject to change as data is updated

Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 233
Total Fat 8 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Monounsaturated Fat 3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3 g
Linoleic Acid 2 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.2 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 85 mg
Carbohydrates 29 g
Dietary Fiber 3 g
Total Sugars 2 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 11 g
Minerals
Calcium 25 mg
Potassium 285 mg
Sodium 236 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 54 mg
Phosphorus 195 mg
Selenium 16 mg
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 110 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.4 mg
Vitamin B12 0.2 mcg
Vitamin C 15 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 16 mcg
Folate 34 mcg
Thiamin 0.2 mg
Riboflavin 0.2 mg
Niacin 5 mg
Choline 84 mg

N/A will display when nutrient data is unavailable

Please note: nutrient values are subject to change as data is updated

MyPlate Food Groups

Grains 1 ounces
Protein Foods 1 ounces
Vegetables 1/4 cups
Shop Simple home screen on a phone

Shop Simple with MyPlate

Find savings in your area and discover new ways to prepare budget-friendly foods.

Learn more

Alexa Speakers and Devices

MyPlate on Alexa

Get MyPlate nutrition tips on Amazon Alexa devices or the free Alexa app.

Learn more

Start Simple app on phone and watch

Start Simple with MyPlate App

Build healthy eating habits one goal at a time! Download the Start Simple with MyPlate app today.

Learn more

logo for the Dietary Guidelines for Americans

MyPlate.gov is based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025