Air Fryer Chicken Fried Rice: The Quick & Easy Dinner You Need!
Forget takeout! This Air Fryer Chicken Fried Rice recipe is about to become your new weeknight hero. It’s faster, healthier, and tastier than anything you can get delivered. If you’re looking for easy weeknight dinners that the whole family will love, look no further. This recipe is incredibly versatile, using up leftover rice and chicken, and ready in under 30 minutes. Plus, it's a fantastic way to sneak in extra veggies! Give this Air Fryer Chicken Fried Rice a try; you won’t be disappointed! This dish perfectly combines convenience and flavor, making it ideal for busy families seeking healthy dinner ideas.
Equipment
- Air Fryer,
- - Mixing bowls
- - Whisk
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked Rice preferably cooked the day before (day old rice)
- 1 cup Cooked Chicken diced (leftover rotisserie chicken works great!)
- 1 cup Frozen Mixed Vegetables (peas, carrots, corn or whatever you like!)
- 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce use low-sodium for a healthier option
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger minced (or ½ teaspoon ground ginger)
- 1 large Egg lightly beaten
- 2 units Green Onions sliced
- Optional toppings Sriracha, sesame seeds, or a drizzle of honey
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). This is an important step to make sure your air fryer Chicken Fried Rice cooks properly.
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce and sesame oil. Set aside. In another bowl, whisk the egg.
- Spray air fryer basket with olive oil. Then, add the egg to your air fryer basket and cook for about 2 minutes. Remove the cooked egg from the basket and set aside to chop into small pieces. Make sure the egg is fully cooked before moving on.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, cooked chicken, frozen mixed vegetables, minced garlic, and minced ginger.
- Pour the soy sauce mixture over the rice mixture and stir well to combine.
- Add the rice mixture to the preheated air fryer basket. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until heated through and slightly crispy, stirring halfway through.
- Stir in the cooked egg with the Chicken Fried Rice mixture, remove from the air fryer basket, and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve immediately.
Notes
This recipe is so simple and perfect for quick weeknight meals. Feel free to swap chicken with tofu or shrimp, and try different vegetables to suit your taste. Using day-old rice helps prevent mushiness and results in a better fried rice texture.