Lunch: Chicken Fried Rice

Chunks of chicken breast make this Chinese favorite a satisfying main dish; snow peas add crunch and vitamin C.

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Chicken Breast

Health and fertility benefits of Chicken Fried Rice

Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen

Ingredients

1 c. long-grain white rice
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
salt
Freshly ground pepper
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
2 large eggs
2 scallions
1 tsp. grated and peeled fresh ginger
1/2 c. diced red bell pepper (about 1 small pepper)
2 tbsp. soy sauce
1/2 tsp. sugar
1/2 c. homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock
1 c. snow peas

Instructions

Cook rice according to package instructions; set aside. Pound breasts with a mallet until 1/4 inch thick. Cut into strips (each 3 inches long and 1/2 inch wide). Season with salt and pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Cook chicken until just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
Reduce heat to medium; add remaining tablespoon oil. Add eggs; just as whites begin to set, stir to scramble. Add scallions and ginger; cook 1 minute. Add reserved rice and bell pepper; cook 2 minutes. Stir together soy sauce, sugar, and stock; add to skillet. Add snow peas and reserved chicken; cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Looking for more chicken recipes? Try our collections of chicken breast recipes, chicken casserole recipes, and recipe for leftover chicken.

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