Cauliflower Fried Rice with Chicken

This recipe is legit my quick fix for when I crave fried rice, but I want a healthier version at home. Make this chicken cauliflower fried rice faster than you can get takeout delivered.

Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice

What I love about cauliflower rice is that it soaks up whatever flavor you give it, and this recipe for chicken fried cauliflower rice is no exception. It soaks up the flavors of garlic and soy sauce.

Never tried cauliflower rice before? You’re in for a pleasant surprise. Although it doesn’t taste exactly like regular rice, it’s a close second. It has only 27 calories and 3 grams of net carbs per cup vs. 242 calories and 53 grams of carbs per cup of white rice.

That’s a big difference when you’re looking to reduce the number of carbs in your diet or just up the veggie and fiber intake.

More Low Carb Dinner Recipes

This is one of my favorite recipes from the Family Kickstart Program. It’s a winner with my kids and is made with truly wholesome ingredients, just like all of the recipes in the program.

I used to do clean-eating programs myself, but I ended up cooking one meal for myself and another for my family—a total headache. But I found a sweet spot in preparing my family’s favorite dishes with cleaner ingredients.

Those recipes are included in a four-week program complete with a weekly menu, done-for-you shopping list, and prep guide to help you successfully stay prepared and focused.

Ingredients

Before you run to the kitchen, here’s a look at everything you’ll need to make this stir-fry happen! The amounts are at the end of the post, but first, check the ingredients:

• Oil: any neutral oil for cooking, like canola or olive oil, is best. 
• Chicken breasts: cut into 1-inch cubes. You could also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs, which have more flavor. 
• Sesame oil: gives this fried rice it’s toasted sesame flavor. Don’t skip!
• Green onions: the white onions gets cooked and the green onions are sprinkled on top the rice. 
• Garlic: sautéed in sesame oil for loads more flavor. 
• Carrots and green peas: the essential fried rice veggies. If your kids don’t like one or the other, leave them out or swap for equal parts of their favorited veggie. 
• Cauliflower rice: you can use store-bought or make this 5-minute cauliflower rice. 
• Eggs: get scrambled and tossed with the fried rice. 
• Soy sauce: the sauce of choice for fried rice. Swap for coconut aminos to make this 100% gluten-free. 

Want to make the shrimp version? I have a Shrimp Fried Cauliflower Rice that’s pretty stellar or you can forgo the meat altogether and swap it with cubed tofu. Cook, as directed above but at 2-3 minutes or until the tofu is slightly crispy. 

How to Make Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice

Grab your wok or large skillet and let’s make the fried rice happen!

1. Cook the chicken
   Cook the chicken in the skillet for 5 minutes while stirring. Once all the sides are browned, transfer onto a plate.
2. Cook the veggies
   In the same skillet, you sauté the white part of the onions, garlic, and carrots for 3 minutes, or until softened. Then, add the cauliflower rice, the green peas, and the chicken. Cook for an additional 4 minutes or until the cauliflower rice is tender.
3. Scramble the eggs
   Push the vegetable and chicken mixture to one side of the skillet. Add the eggs and cook to scramble, then stir into the rest of the skillet contents.
4. Add the sauce
   Pour the soy sauce, stir to combine with the chicken and the veggies, and cook for 2 minutes or until absorbed.
5. Serve
   Remove the skillet from heat, top with green onions, and bon appétit!

Isn’t it incredibly easy to whip up? Check out this quick video to see how simple it is:

How to Store Leftover Cauliflower Fried Rice

You can refrigerate the leftover cauliflower fried rice in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze it in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.

To reheat, remove the frozen cauliflower rice from the freezer the night before, defrost in the fridge overnight, and microwave until heated through or reheat it in a skillet over medium heat to give the ingredients a good ‘toastiness’.

What to Serve with Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice

I like serving this healthy fried rice with fresh sliced fruit or steamed edamame. Chinese dumplings and potstickers also make a great addition to this meal and one that kids will appreciate.

You can also recreate those P.F. Chang’s lettuce wraps by adding the mixture in a lettuce cup and pairing them with your favorite dipping sauce. It’s crisp, fresh, and savory fried rice goodness all in one bite. Are you hungry yet?!