Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice

Why This Recipe Works

• 8 Ingredients. Many of the ingredients needed in this recipe you'll already have on hand. You can use store-bought stir-fry sauce or make your own—the recipe is below (and it's super easy)!
• Day-Old Rice. The best way to use your leftover brown or white rice is to make fried rice. Day-old rice is cold and will fry in the saute pan much better than hot and fresh rice, so the result is much better!
• Healthy. This recipe is high in lean proteins and loaded with healthy fats. You can reduce the carb count by using cauliflower rice! You can also use brown rice to add whole wheat and a sugar-free stir fry sauce to reduce the sugar as well.

Chicken and Shrimp Fried Rice Ingredients

This chicken and shrimp fried rice is loaded with the best flavors and easy-to-find ingredients! Here’s what you’ll need:

Fried Rice

• Avocado Oil. is a great healthy fat to add to your pan, but you can also use olive oil.
• Raw Small Shrimp. If using frozen shrimp, be sure to thaw them first so they cook evenly. You can also use fresh if you have it.
• Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast. You can substitute with boneless skinless chicken thighs as well.
• Frozen Peas and Carrots. I always have a bag or two on hand in the freezer for this recipe. You will want these thawed as well.
• Rice. Day-old rice (of any kind) works best in this recipe. The moisture is out of the rice, making the perfect fluffy fried rice. If used fresh, it may clump and be stickier from the moisture. Riced cauliflower may be used to reduce carbs as well.
• Eggs.
• Green Onions.
• Stir Fry Sauce. Use store-bought regular or sugar-free options. You can also make a quick homemade stir fry sauce-see the recipe below.

Homemade Stir Fry Sauce

If you want to make your own homemade and healthy stir fry sauce you will also need:

• Coconut Aminos. Soy sauce can be used, but coconut aminos are a really delicious, healthier, soy-free "soy sauce" that is also gluten-free!
• Sesame Oil. A staple ingredient in Asian cooking for its fresh, earthy, and semi-sweet flavor.
• Garlic. Use store-bought pre-minced for convenience or mince fresh garlic cloves.
• Ginger Paste. I usually find this in the fresh produce section at my grocery store by the herbs. You can Microplane fresh garlic into a paste-like consistency and use that if desired. If doing fresh you can reduce the amount by half and add more to taste.
• Red Pepper Flakes. Start light-handed. You can always add more, but it's hard to take the heat away.

Substitutions and Variations

• Substitute chicken, shrimp, pork, or beef. Adjust cooking times accordingly.
• To make it low-carb and keto, use cooked riced cauliflower before sauteeing. The texture may be a little looser and watery, as cauliflower doesn't absorb moisture or sauce.
• Try other vegetables such as onion, zucchini, or mushrooms.
• Use store-bought stir fry sauce for convenience- they may have sugar-free options as well.
• Use regular, sugar-free, or my homemade stir-fry sauce.
• You can use fresh peas and carrots in this recipe; you will just need to saute the carrots first until fork tender before proceeding with the recipe.
• Add two tablespoons of white wine or marin when sauteeing your rice. This is a great complimentary flavor to add to the rice as it absorbs it.

How To Make Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice

Follow these simple steps to make the best shrimp and chicken fried rice!

Printable recipe card below.

1. Step 1: Add oil to the skillet, then cook chicken for 5 minutes then add shrimp and cook until done. Remove from pan.

2. Step 2: Add oil and thawed peas and carrots. Saute until cooked through.

3. Step 3: Add cooked rice and stir frequently until done.

4. Step 4: Beat eggs in a small bowl- make a well in the middle of the pan. Add oil, then add the eggs.

5. Step 5: Using a spatula, stir eggs until scrambled, then incorporate all ingredients together.

6. Step 6: Add shrimp and chicken back to the pan, combine then add sauce. Add in green onion. Season to taste and serve.

How To Serve It

This is the best fried rice because tender pieces of chicken and juicy shrimp are combined with peas, carrots, and stir-fry sauce. You can make it with regular rice or cauliflower rice—plus, it's on the table in less time than it takes to order out!

• Adjust seasoning to taste with additional stir-fry sauce, soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
• Serve on individual plates or serving bowl and garnish with sliced green onion.
• Serve alone or pair with pan-seared dumplings, gyoza, egg rolls, or crab rangoon for all the delicious sides!

Storage and Reheating Tips

• Leftovers. Once cooled, transfer the fried rice to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.

• Freezing. Once cooled, transfer your fried rice to an airtight container and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months. This is great for meal prepping!

• Reheating. Remove the cover of your container and cover it with a paper towel or a microwave cover. Microwave for 45-second increments until heated to your desired temperature. From frozen, remove the day prior and thaw in the refrigerator. Then, follow the reheating instructions.