Cauliflower Chicken Fried “Rice”

Published December 31, 2017. Updated October 21, 2018

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Cauliflower Fried Rice with Chicken is a delicious way to enjoy fried rice but without all the extra carbs. It’s made with cauliflower instead of white rice but you can hardly taste the difference! Everyone will love it!

Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice

Cauliflower Fried Rice with Chicken

In fact I actually like this version even better than the rice version. It’s incredibly filling but you don’t feel weighed down like when you eat a bunch of the empty calories of white rice.

I’ve made this three times already but I thought I’d wait until the new year to share it with you – because December was all about those cookies.

And now I guess I need to make up for all those cookies with lots of healthy meals this month :).

But honestly I know I’ll never be one who’s able to give up sugar and desserts so I like to make mostly healthy meals like so to help balance it out a little.

Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice

Ingredients for This Recipe

  • Cauliflower
  • Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Olive oil
  • Sesame oil
  • Green onions
  • Ginger
  • Garlic
  • Frozen peas and carrots blend
  • Eggs
  • Soy sauce

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How to Make Cauliflower Fried Rice

  • Cut the florets from the cauliflower leaving most of the stem behind. Pulse half at a time in food processor into fine bits, just a bit larger than couscous (you should have 4 cups).
  • Transfer cauliflower to a large roll of several layers of paper towels then wrap and squeeze to remove some of the excess moisture. Set aside.
  • Heat 1/2 Tbsp olive oil and 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil in a large 12-inch (fairly deep) non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add in chicken and cook, tossing occasionally, until cooked through, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add 1 Tbsp olive oil and 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil to now empty skillet, set over medium-high heat. Add in green onions, ginger and garlic and saute 20 seconds.
  • Add in cauliflower “rice” and saute 3 minutes. Add in peas and carrots and saute until heated through, about 3 minutes.
  • Push mixture to the edges of the pan. Add last 1/2 Tbsp of sesame oil to center then add eggs and scramble and cook just until set.
  • Return chicken to pan. Pour soy sauce over everything then toss and cook 1 minute longer.
  • Serve warm with green onions, peanuts and Sriracha.

Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice

A Protein Rich One Pan Dinner

My whole family loves this Cauliflower Fried “Rice” and it’s a one pan meal I’ll make again and again.

It’s made with tons of veggies (cauliflower, carrots, peas), lean protein packed chicken, and eggs to add one more protein and make it that much more filling.

I love that it’s a quick and easy dinner too. As in you can pretty much make it faster than it would take to go pick up take-out.

Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice

I think I’m going to start freezing my own cauliflower rice so I have a head start with this fried rice and my Loaded Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice.

You could also try using store-bought frozen cauliflower rice. That should work great here as well.

Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice

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Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice
4.89 from 9 votes

Cauliflower Chicken Fried "Rice"

This easy fried rice is jam packed with veggies and protein. It's seriously hearty and so delicious! A healthy one pan meal to start the new year with.
Servings: 4
Prep20 minutes
Cook15 minutes
Ready in: 35 minutes

Ingredients

Optional toppings

  • 1/3 cup chopped unsalted peanuts (optional)
  • 2 Tbsp chopped green onions (green portion)
  • Sriracha or thinly sliced red peppers

Instructions

  • Cut the florets from the cauliflower leaving most of the stem behind. Pulse half at a time in food processor into fine bits, just a bit larger than couscous (you should have 4 cups).
  • Transfer cauliflower to a large roll of several layers of paper towels then wrap and squeeze to remove some of the excess moisture. Set aside.
  • Heat 1/2 Tbsp olive oil and 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil in a large 12-inch (fairly deep) non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. 
  • Add in chicken and cook, tossing occasionally, until cooked through, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a plate. 
  • Add 1 Tbsp olive oil and 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil to now empty skillet, set over medium-high heat. Add in green onions, ginger and garlic and saute 20 seconds.
  • Add in cauliflower "rice" and saute 3 minutes. Add in peas and carrots and saute until heated through, about 3 minutes.
  • Push mixture to the edges of the pan. Add last 1/2 Tbsp of sesame oil to center then add eggs and scramble and cook just until set. 
  • Return chicken to pan. Pour soy sauce over everything then toss and cook 1 minute longer. 
  • Serve warm with green onions, peanuts and Sriracha.
  • Recipe source: Cooking Classy
Nutrition Facts
Cauliflower Chicken Fried "Rice"
Amount Per Serving
Calories 459 Calories from Fat 216
% Daily Value*
Fat 24g37%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 212mg71%
Sodium 1191mg52%
Potassium 1433mg41%
Carbohydrates 24g8%
Fiber 8g33%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 40g80%
Vitamin A 7040IU141%
Vitamin C 122mg148%
Calcium 118mg12%
Iron 3.6mg20%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutrition values are estimates only. See full disclaimer here.

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35 Comments

  • Lindsay

    So delicious! I bought a frozen cauliflower rice medley that already had peas and carrots in it, and I added broccoli. Was super easy and delicious!

  • Donna

    This is a great recipe! My husband and I enjoyed every tasty bite! Thanks for sharing! P.S. my husband loved it so much he asked me to make enough for a week for the 2 of us! That tells you how much he liked it❣️

    • Jaclyn

      Jaclyn Bell

      Just added it to the recipe. :) Keep in mind that this is based on 4 LARGE servings, you could cut back by making smaller portions.

  • Mary

    omg this is so good and easy to make. My husband and I love it. Definitely will be making again and again!

  • Haley

    Just made this and I love it! Used ham instead of chicken (its what I had available) but I could barely even tell that it was cauliflower instead of rice.
    Definitely making again. Thanks!

    • Jaclyn

      Jaclyn Bell

      I’m glad you enjoyed it and were able to sub what you had on hand. Thanks for your review Haley!

  • Polly M

    Jaclyn

    Love cauliflower rice. I used four cups of the frozen also but I had it on the counter so it was not still frozen solid. I found it took longer to saute but seeing as you a tossing in frozen peas and carrots it all came out ok.

    I really liked this dish and the husband ate two bowls to make sure he did. Did not feel over full like you do with rice. I have a question about the chicken do you have a recommendation for adding more flavor to the chicken, found it a little bland . I hate to add salt with using Soy sauce at the end but I found the chicken needing some more flavor!
    I will definitely add to my weekday menu. My commute is 1-1/2 to 2 hrs and I am looking for quick meals to make in the evening or to make ahead.

    • Jaclyn

      Jaclyn Bell

      My go-to seasonings for basic chicken are onion powder and garlic powder, you could maybe even try adding a little Chinese 5 spice powder or something. I think the key here would also be to try and get some browning on the chicken, so with that said use a fairly high heat when cooking the chicken and either try and give the pieces space when cooking or cook in two batches and let it brown on bottom before you flip and cook the opposite side. Hope that helps!

  • Kristin

    Is anyone able to tell me how much frozen cauliflower rice I would use in this recipe? I’m new to the cauliflower game!
    Thanks!

    • Jaclyn

      Jaclyn Bell

      About 4 cups. And I’d saute a few minutes longer since it’s frozen and it’s a bit larger than that here.