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Kimchi Fried Rice with Chicken

Kimchi Fried Rice with Chicken

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Kimchi Fried Rice with Chicken is a delicious and vibrant dish that combines the tangy flavor of kimchi with tender chicken and perfectly cooked rice. This quick recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, taking just 15 minutes to prep and making use of day-old rice for optimal texture. You can easily customize the spice level or add extra vegetables to suit your taste. Plus, it’s a one-pan wonder, minimizing cleanup while delivering an explosion of flavors in every bite. Enjoy this satisfying meal any time you crave comforting Korean-inspired cuisine.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups day-old cooked white rice
  • 1 cup chopped kimchi
  • 300 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 3 green onions, chopped; white and green parts separated
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons kimchi juice

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken with soy sauce and gochugaru for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat; cook chicken until golden brown and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add the remaining oil; sauté garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the green onions until fragrant.
  4. Stir-fry kimchi for 2-3 minutes until caramelized.
  5. Add rice, breaking any clumps; stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.
  6. Mix in kimchi juice, remaining soy sauce, and gochugaru.
  7. Return chicken to the pan; combine well.
  8. Create a well in the center, scramble eggs, and mix into rice.
  9. Drizzle sesame oil and stir in chopped green onions before serving.
  • Author: Diary
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 840mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg