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A bowl of fried rice topped with saucy chicken pieces and garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Healthy Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice


  • Author: Samantha Brooks
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 Servings 1x

Description

A vibrant, nutrient-packed alternative to classic takeout. This dish combines tender chicken breast, fresh vegetables, and a zesty ginger-garlic sauce. By ‘ricing’ cauliflower, you create a low-carb, grain-free base that perfectly absorbs nutty sesame oil and spicy sriracha for a satisfying one-pan wonder.


Ingredients

Scale

The Base & Protein

  • 1 large head cauliflower, riced (approx. 4 cups)
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast, 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 large eggs

The Aromatics & Veggies

  • 1 cup frozen sweet peas
  • 3 carrots, diced + 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced + 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced

The Sauce & Garnish

  • 1/3 cup tamari or soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil (divided)
  • 12 tsp sriracha sauce
  • Garnish: Green onions, sesame seeds

Instructions

Rice: Pulse cauliflower in a food processor until it resembles small grains. Do not over-process.

Sear: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a wok. Sauté chicken for 4–5 mins until golden; remove and set aside.

Eggs: Scramble eggs in the pan for 1 min; remove and add to chicken plate.

Veggies: Add remaining oil. Stir-fry onions, then carrots, ginger, and garlic for 4–5 mins until tender-crisp.

Stir-Fry: Add cauliflower rice, peas, tamari, and sriracha. Cook for 2 mins.

Finish: Fold chicken and eggs back into the pan. Toss until heated through and garnish.

Notes

High Heat is Critical: A smoking hot skillet prevents cauliflower from steaming and becoming soggy.

Tamari vs. Soy Sauce: Tamari is a richer, gluten-free option with a less salty profile.

Fresh Ginger Hack: Use a spoon to peel ginger root easily while preserving the aromatic flesh.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course / Healthy
  • Method: Stir-Fry / One-Pan
  • Cuisine: Asian-Fusion (Low-Carb)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 7
  • Sodium: 890
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9.5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 18
  • Fiber: 6
  • Protein: 34
  • Cholesterol: 145

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