
🍗 Grilled Chicken with Veggie Fried Rice Bowl
Serves: 4
Total Time: ~40 minutes (less if rice is pre-cooked)
✅ Ingredients
For the Grilled Chicken:
- 1½ lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
- 1 tbsp lemon or lime juice
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp ginger (grated or powdered)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Optional: pinch of chili flakes or sriracha
For the Veggie Fried Rice:
- 3 cups cooked and chilled rice (jasmine or long-grain; day-old is best)
- 2 tbsp sesame oil or vegetable oil
- 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., peas, carrots, corn, bell pepper, broccoli)
- 2–3 green onions (sliced)
- 2–3 tbsp soy sauce (to taste)
- 1 tsp garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp ginger (minced or powdered)
- Optional: 1 tbsp oyster sauce or hoisin for depth
For Serving:
- Sesame seeds
- Sriracha or chili oil
- Extra green onions
- Lime wedges
👨🍳 Instructions
🔹 Step 1: Marinate & Grill the Chicken
- Mix soy sauce, oil, lemon/lime juice, garlic, ginger, and pepper in a bowl.
- Add chicken and marinate for at least 15–30 minutes (up to 8 hours in fridge).
- Grill chicken over medium-high heat for about 5–6 min per side (internal temp: 165°F / 74°C).
- Let rest, then slice thinly.
🔹 Step 2: Make the Veggie Fried Rice
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Scramble the eggs until just cooked. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining oil and sauté garlic, ginger, and vegetables for 2–3 minutes.
- Add rice and stir-fry for another 3–5 minutes until heated through and slightly crisp.
- Stir in soy sauce (and optional oyster/hoisin), eggs, and green onions. Mix well and season to taste.
🔹 Step 3: Assemble the Bowl
- Spoon veggie fried rice into a bowl.
- Top with sliced grilled chicken.
- Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, sriracha, or a squeeze of lime.