Japanese Fried Rice with Teriyaki Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 cups jasmine rice, cooked and cooled
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced

• 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup soy sauce
• 1 cup mirin
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic

Method

1. 01
   In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin, sugar, ginger, and garlic for the teriyaki sauce.
2. 02
   Add chicken pieces to the sauce, mix well, and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. 03
   Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until fully cooked and caramelized, about 8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
4. 04
   In the same skillet, add remaining oil and pour in beaten eggs. Scramble the eggs until just cooked, then remove and set aside.
5. 05
   Add thawed peas and carrots to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
6. 06
   Add cooked rice to the skillet and stir well to combine with vegetables.
7. 07
   Pour soy sauce over the rice and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes.
8. 08
   Return cooked eggs and chicken to the skillet, mixing all ingredients thoroughly. Cook for 2 more minutes.
9. 09
   Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.