High Protein Crispy Garlic Rice (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 chicken breasts, diced
02 - 2 cups cooked rice, preferably cold
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1/2 cup green peas
06 - 1/4 cup diced carrots
07 - 2 eggs, lightly scrambled
08 - 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
09 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
10 - 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, optional
11 - Salt and pepper to taste
12 - Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish, optional

# Instructions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Season the diced chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until crispy and golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
02 - In the same pan, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add the peas and carrots to the pan, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until softened.
04 - Push the veggies to the side of the pan and pour in the scrambled eggs. Let them cook fully before scrambling into the veggies.
05 - Add the cold rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps. Stir well to combine.
06 - Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and chili flakes (if using). Stir to evenly coat everything.
07 - Add the crispy chicken back into the pan, mixing everything until heated through.
08 - Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions, if desired, then serve and enjoy.