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Close-up of freshly prepared Gluten-Free Chicken Fried Rice showing chunks of tender chicken and vibrant green peas.

The Best Gluten-Free Chicken Fried Rice

Enjoy this authentic, mouth-watering Gluten-Free Chicken Fried Rice packed with tender chicken, fluffy scrambled eggs, and vibrant veggies for a perfect quick dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-American
Calories: 385
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked white rice (400g) chilled, day-old jasmine or long-grain
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (450g) cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.5 cup orange carrots (75g) diced
  • 0.5 cup green peas (75g) frozen
  • 0.25 cup scallions (25g) freshly chopped, white and green parts separated
  • 3 tbsp gluten-free tamari (45ml) or coconut aminos
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger (3g) grated
  • 2 tbsp neutral cooking oil (30ml) such as avocado or vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil (15ml)
  • 0.5 tsp salt (3g)
  • 0.5 tsp white pepper (1.5g)

Equipment

  • 1 Large Wok or Skillet Essential for high-heat stir-frying.
  • 1 Wooden spoon Great for breaking up rice and scraping the pan.

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tbsp (15ml) of neutral oil in your wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the diced chicken in a single layer, seasoning lightly with a pinch of salt. Sear undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until a deep golden-brown crust forms. Toss and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through, then remove to a plate.
  2. Lower the heat to medium. Add the lightly beaten eggs to the wok. Let them set for 10 seconds, then gently fold until soft, fluffy curds form. Remove from the wok immediately.
  3. Add the remaining 1 tbsp (15ml) of neutral oil to the wok along with the diced carrots and white parts of the scallions. Stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger, and green peas, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Turn heat to high. Add the cold, day-old rice into the wok, breaking up clumps with a wooden spoon. Pour in the tamari, white pepper, and toasted sesame oil. Toss vigorously for 3-4 minutes until piping hot.
  5. Return the cooked chicken and fluffy eggs to the wok. Toss everything together for 1 minute. Remove from heat, fold in the green scallions, and serve immediately.

Notes

Use chilled, day-old rice for the best, restaurant-quality texture.
Prepare all ingredients (mise en place) before starting, as stir-frying moves very quickly.