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Blackstone Chicken Fried Rice is one of those delicious meals with tender chicken fried in rice and vegetables garnished with beautiful colors. This recipe is perfect for anyone who likes to use a Blackstone griddle since it will guarantee even heat when stirring. It doesn’t matter if you are cooking a simple dish for your family on a working week or organizing a dinner party, those people will definitely appreciate the dish.
RECIPE INGREDIENTS
Ingredients
- 1 kg chicken breast, diced
- 4 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
MEASURES & PRECAUTIONS
- Use day-old rice: Raw rice is also undesirable since it’s too moist and sticky when cooked. Day old rice has become a tiny bit dry which is ideal for prepping your fried rice dishes.
- Cut chicken uniformly: Make sure the chicken pieces are cut into equal sizes so that the boiling process will take a shorter time. This assists in establishing layer-on-layer journeys in the food production as well as pocket on pocket homogeneity.
- Prep ingredients beforehand: I remember that all ingredients that will be needed while cooking should be prepared before starting cooking. This guarantees continuity when cooking food to keep away from interruptions.
- Control the heat: Try to keep the heat at medium-high to prevent them from browning too much but at the same time, cook the ingredients properly. It is best done depending on how fast the food is cooked with adjustments being made if needed.
- Taste as you go: This should also be done during the process of cooking so that depending on the taste you desire you can correct the level of spices added.
Delicious Blackstone Chicken Fried Rice Recipe
INGREDIENTS NOTES
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Chicken: You should use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for this recipe because they are lean and can soak up juice.
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Rice: Thus, long-grain rice such as jasmine or basmati should be used because they make the rice fluffy and light.
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Soy Sauce: Low-sodium soy sauce is still healthier than regular soy sauce or if you like mild flavor you can likewise, use the soy sauce labeled low-sodium.
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Vegetables: The listed vegetables can be used but the type of vegetables used can be changed to reflect the season or your own choice.
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Sesame Oil: It gives the dish a nutty taste; however, if you do not have it you can replace it with olive oil.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
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Preheat the Blackstone Griddle: Preheat your Blackstone griddle on medium high heat until well hot.
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Cook the Chicken: Pour sufficient sesame oil on to the griddle, amounting to a tablespoon. Then pour in the boiling water and when it cools, add diced chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Fry evenly and until crispy for 5-7 minutes as the (internal temperature of certified flap meat) reaches 165°F. Take off from the griddle and let it rest in another dish.
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Sauté Vegetables: Another tablespoon of sesame oil should be placed in the same location on the griddle. After that, incorporate chopped onions and minced garlic, cook until they become aromatic (for 1-2 minutes). After that, put in mixed vegetables and simmer to desired tenderness.
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Scramble Eggs: Pile the vegetables from one side on the other side of the griddle. Place the eggs into the cleared space and fry them to completion then the stew is ready.
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Combine Ingredients: As for the combination of rice, pour it to the griddle together with the chicken. Add soy sauce and then everything must be stirred until all is mixed well. Stir fry for an additional 3- 4 minutes until it is hot through.
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Finish with Green Onions: Last, mix chopped green onions and then garnish the soup just before serving.
RECIPE TIPS & VARIATIONS
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Protein Alternatives: Instead of chicken one can use shrimp, beef or tofu as the base protein ingredient.
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Spice it Up: For extra spiciness, you can include the chili flakes or sriracha if you consider spices that enhance spiciness in meals to be something you love.
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Add More Flavor: Add ginger to it apart from garlic for that extra flavor in your dish.
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Vegetarian Version: Ditch chicken and add more veggies or you could even toss in some mushrooms for wonderful vegetarian fried rice.
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Make it Ahead: It is best to chop all your ingredients in readiness for cooking to get a quick meal especially in the middle of the week.
EQUIPMENT
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Blackstone griddle
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Spatula
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Mixing bowl
Note
SERVING TIPS 💡
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Garnish Generously: Garnish the top with more finely sliced green onions or sesame seeds before bringing it to serve.
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Serve Hot: Good to be consumed while hot for maximum taste and texture.
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Pair with Sides: Originally intended to be eaten with steamed rice, it goes very well when served with fried spring rolls or a simple cucumber salad.
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Use Bowls for Serving: Put in individual bowls for aesthetic arrangements when taken during a party.
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Store Leftovers Properly: The leftovers should be stored in a properly sealed container then warmed on the griddle or even microwave.
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