This Salt and Pepper Chicken Fried Rice is a quick, flavorful meal made with tender hand-shredded chicken, soft eggs, and fragrant green onions. It’s bold, comforting, and ready in minutes — the perfect way to turn simple leftovers into a delicious family favorite.
Dette Salt and Pepper Chicken Fried Rice is the perfect example of how a few humble ingredients can come together to make something truly delicious! It’s quick, satisfying, and the best way to use up leftover chicken — especially when it’s hand-shredded and lightly seasoned to perfection.
Every bite bursts with that savory peppery flavor we all love, balanced with soft scrambled eggs, fragrant green onions, and perfectly fried rice. The combination of salt and pepper might sound simple, but it creates such an amazing depth of flavor — bold, cozy, and oh-so-addictive.
The best part? This dish comes together in just minutes. Whether you’re making it for a weeknight dinner or a quick lunch, it’s always a crowd-pleaser and a great way to turn leftovers into something special.
WHY WILL YOU LOVE THIS CHICKEN FRIED RICE
Easy & Quick: Ready in under 20 minutes and made with everyday pantry staples — perfect for those days when you want something delicious without any fuss.
Perfect for Leftovers: Using hand-shredded chicken gives the dish incredible texture and tenderness. It’s one of the tastiest ways to transform leftovers into a brand-new meal.
Flavorful & Comforting: The classic salt and pepper combo brings bold, aromatic flavor with every bite. Simple seasoning, big impact — especially when paired with eggs, onions, and perfectly fried rice.
Family Favorite: Mild, cozy, and satisfying — this is one of those dishes everyone at the table enjoys. Great for busy weeknights, easy lunches, or whenever you need a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
INGREDIENSER
SALT & PEPPER MIX
Sichuan peberkorn – This is known for its numbing sensation. You can buy Sichuan Peppercorns in your local Asian grocery stores.
Sorte peberkorn – This is commonly used in our daily cooking.
Havsalt – I love SeaSalt flakes. You can also use other kind.
ANDRE INGREDIENSER
Jasminris - Det er min yndlingsris. Du kan også bruge basmatiris. Jeg elsker at koge mine ris samme dag, som jeg laver de stegte ris. Hvis du har en rest ris, er det også godt!
Rester af kylling – I normally have chicken breast leftover, which is what I use for this recipe. If you also have chicken leg meat leftover, it is even better.
Æg – I use two eggs in this recipe. Eggs are must-have for a good and classic Chinese fried rice.
Lys sojasovs – Dette er en af de musthave asiatiske saucer, som du skal have i dit køkken. Lee Kum Kee er mit yndlingsmærke til dette. Du kan også bruge andre mærker.
Sukker - Du vil måske blive overrasket over, hvor godt det er at tilsætte sukker i de stegte ris. Karamelliseringen gør bare de stegte ris ekstra lækre.
Vegetabilsk olie – Jeg elsker at bruge denne til stegning. Jeg bruger normalt rapsolie. Du kan også prøve solsikkeolie. Brug ikke olivenolie.
Grønne løg – eller kaldet Forårsløg. Det er fantastisk til pynt til sidst. Den tilføjer en smuk grøn farve, og den er rig på sunde næringsstoffer.
Hvidløg – Garlic always adds a magic garlicky flavor.
HOW TO MAKE THIS SALT & PEPPER CHICKEN FRIED RICE RECIPE
1. Shred the Chicken: Use your hands to shred the leftover Chicken breast into pieces. Add to a bowl and set aside.
2. Forbered æggene: In a small bowl, whisk the Eggs well. Set aside.
3. Make the Salt & Pepper Mix: In a frying pan, toast Sichuan Peppercorns and Black Peppercorns on medium heat for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then use a Mortar and Pestle to grind the Peppercorns. Transfer to another bowl. Add in the Sea Salt. Mix well. Salt and Pepper Mix is ready. Set aside.
4. Kog æggene: In a wok, add the Vegetable Oil, on medium-high heat. Add in the Garlic. Stir for about 15 seconds until fragrant. Then add in the Eggs. Let sit for 20 seconds before scrambling the Eggs. Then add in the Chicken. Sprinkle some Salt & Pepper Mix. Stir well.
5. Samle retten: Then add in the leftover Jasmine Rice. Gently mix well. Add in Light Soy Sauce and Sugar. Mix well again. Add in chopped Green Onions and more Salt & Pepper mix. Combine thoroughly.
6. Klar til servering: Transfer to serving bowls. Garnish with more Green Onions and Salt & Pepper Mix as desired. Ready to enjoy!
HAINIS TIPS
– Remember to use your hands to shred the Chicken breast into pieces. Your hands are your best friends here. You can taste the difference between hand-shredded chicken and machine-shredded chicken. – If you have any leftover fried rice, you can easily warm it up in the microwave the next day and it will still taste amazing! – There will be some leftover Salt and Pepper Mix. Reserve it in a container and use it for other dishes as you desire. Do not waste it. Once you taste this spice you will use it often.
Dette Salt and Pepper Chicken Fried Rice is one of those dishes that reminds you how comforting home cooking can be — simple ingredients, humble leftovers, and flavors that instantly make you feel taken care of. It’s the kind of meal you can throw together on a busy day and still sit down to something that feels warm, fresh, and made with love.
There’s beauty in how effortless it is: a bowl of fried rice that’s peppery, savory, and incredibly satisfying, all without spending hours in the kitchen. And when you take that first bite — soft eggs, tender chicken, fragrant rice — you’ll understand why this recipe is such a family favorite. It’s easy, it’s cozy, and it’s the kind of dish you’ll want to make again and again.
So if you’ve got leftover chicken in the fridge, this is your sign to turn it into something truly delicious. Give this recipe a try, and let it bring a little comfort and joy to your table. And when you do, please share your creation and tag @hainisblog — I can’t wait to see your beautiful bowl of fried rice!
Serving Tips
Pair this fried rice with a light soup or some steamed greens for a complete meal. You can also top it with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds or chili flakes for an extra kick!
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Salt and Pepper Chicken Fried Rice
Haini
This Salt and Pepper Chicken Fried Rice is a quick, flavorful meal made with tender hand-shredded chicken, soft eggs, and fragrant green onions. It’s bold, comforting, and ready in minutes — the perfect way to turn simple leftovers into a delicious family favorite.
3koppercooked/leftover Jasmine Riceor 1 cup uncooked Jasmine Rice
6store Hvidløgsfed, finthakket
2Spsk.Vegetabilsk olie
2store æg, pisket
2Spsk.Lys sojasovs
1/2tskSukker
3Forårsløg, finthakket
Salt- og peberblanding
1Spsk.Sichuan peberkorn
1Spsk.Sorte peberkorn
1Spsk.Havsalt
Sådan gør du
Brug hænderne til at rive den resterende kyllingebryst i stykker. Tilføj til en skål og stil til side.
In a small bowl, whisk the Eggs well. Set aside.
Rist sichuanpeberkorn og sorte peberkorn på en pande ved middel varme i ca. 1 minut, indtil de dufter. Brug derefter en morter og en støder til at male peberkornene. Overfør til en anden skål.
Tilsæt havsalt. Bland det godt. Salt- og peberblandingen er klar. Sæt den til side.
In a wok, add the Vegetable Oil, on medium-high heat. Add in the Garlic. Stir for about 15 seconds until fragrant.
Then add in the Eggs. Let sit for 20 seconds before scrambling the Eggs. Then add in the Chicken. Sprinkle some Salt & Pepper Mix. Stir well.
Then add in the leftover Jasmine Rice. Gently mix well. Add in Light Soy Sauce and Sugar. Mix well again.
Add in chopped Green Onions and more Salt & Pepper mix. Combine thoroughly.
Transfer to serving bowls. Garnish with more Green Onions and Salt & Pepper Mix as desired. Ready to enjoy!
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Noter
Remember to use your hands to shred the Chicken breast into pieces. Your hands are your best friends here. You can taste the difference between hand-shredded chicken and machine-shredded chicken.
If you have any leftover fried rice, you can easily warm it up in the microwave the next day and it will still taste amazing!
Der vil være en rest af salt- og peberblandingen. Gem det i en beholder, og brug det til andre retter, som du har lyst til. Lad være med at spilde det. Når du først har smagt dette krydderi, vil du bruge det ofte.
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Thank you for sharing this recipe. Now I know what to do with my leftover chicken 🙂