Delicious Chicken Kimchi Fried Rice Using Leftover Chicken
Utilize Leftover Chicken: The Ultimate Chicken Kimchi Fried Rice
Had roast chicken yesterday? Instead of letting it go to waste, transform your leftovers into a delightful meal! If you’re not in the mood for chicken mayo rice, this chicken kimchi fried rice is a fantastic alternative. This recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner, making excellent use of any leftover roasted chicken.
Main Ingredients- Leftover roasted chicken (boneless meat)
- Well-fermented kimchi
- Cooked rice
- Eggs
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
We’re making a single serving of chicken kimchi fried rice. First, take the leftover roasted chicken and shred the meat, focusing on the breast or thigh meat. Use your hands to pull the meat into bite-sized pieces. Discard any bones or skin.
Step 2
Finely chop the kimchi. Heat a pan over medium heat with a little cooking oil. Add the chopped kimchi and stir-fry until it becomes slightly softened but still retains a pleasant crunch. If your kimchi is very sour, you can add a tiny pinch of sugar to balance the flavor.
Step 3
Once the kimchi is nicely sautéed, add 1/2 tablespoon of gochujang and stir-fry for about a minute with the kimchi until the paste is well incorporated. Then, add the shredded chicken and stir everything together to coat the chicken with the kimchi and gochujang mixture.
Step 4
Now, add 1/2 bowl of cooked rice to the pan. Use a spatula to gently break up any clumps of rice and stir-fry, mixing it with the chicken and kimchi. Finally, drizzle a bit of perilla oil around the edge of the pan for a nutty aroma, and continue to stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes until all the ingredients are evenly combined. Your delicious chicken kimchi fried rice is almost ready!
Step 5
Transfer the finished chicken kimchi fried rice to a serving plate. While the rice is cooking, prepare a fried egg with a runny yolk to place on top. Breaking the yolk and mixing it into the rice adds a wonderful creaminess. Garnish with a sprinkle of black sesame seeds for a final touch. Your creative use of leftover chicken is complete with this satisfying chicken kimchi fried rice!
