Name: Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 large head of cauliflower, stem removed; 3 teaspoons olive oil; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated; 1 cup frozen mixed peas and carrots, thawed; 1/4 cup diced onions; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 2 cooked chicken thighs, diced

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Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice is the perfect alternative to ordering takeout when you are following a low carb diet.

Cauliflower is one of the most versatile ingredients that is approved on the keto diet, and it's the perfect alternative to white rice.

And this riced cauliflower with chicken recipe does not disappoint!

top view of chicken fried cauliflower rice on a teal napkin and a white bowl

Even if you are not following the keto lifestyle, you can still opt for this Cauliflower Rice Recipe next time.

Plus cauliflower is full of nutrients and vitamins so you can’t complain about that aspect. It is full of vitamin C, wonderful for bone health, detoxing, and even an immune booster.

Those are just a few reasons why I am always reaching for this hearty veggie to implement into our meals.

close up top view of chicken fried cauliflower rice on a teal napkin and a white bowl

Does Cauliflower Rice Taste Like Rice?

Cauliflower is a semi tasteless vegetable. So is rice, so cauliflower rice is a great way to cut out the extra carbs and it makes for an easy dinner. Once grated the Cauliflower rice is almost the same texture as rice too. This healthy swap is one of the best ways to enjoy the foods you love still.

Whether you buy a bag of frozen or fresh cauliflower rice or use a head of cauliflower and toss in the food processor the choice is yours. Sometimes I make my own from scratch, and if I am in a time crunch I go for convenience.

Once you choose which route to go for your rice, then you add in your veggies and of course chicken. Follow my directions below to get that restaurant-quality flavor right in your own kitchen.

front side view of chicken fried cauliflower rice on a teal napkin and a white bowl

Can You Make Your Own Cauliflower Rice?

Although you can now find riced cauliflower in the freezer section at your local grocery store, making your own is simple. I like to use a box grater to grate mine and then place it on a cookie sheet with my seasonings and bake for a bit. This pulls the moisture out of the cauliflower and you can freeze it to use on busy nights.

This healthy fried rice recipe has become one of my new favorite ways to prepare cauliflower rice.

It is all about layering those ingredients into your dish. Some may think plain cauliflower rice is bland, but to me, that is how it is with any type of rice. But when you add in chicken, veggies, and sauce, it creates layers of flavors that really make a tasty cauliflower fried rice. I love this recipe, it is my go-to!

Can You Make Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice Without A Food Processor?

Yes! Use your blender on the pulse setting or even use an old-school cheese grater. It will take more time but you will still get that rice texture by grating it by hand. With your blender just pulse until it resembles a rice texture as you would do in a food processor.

This recipe is easy to make your own. Add in crushed red pepper to give it a little bit of spice.

Can You Freeze Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice?

Yes. Say you make your own or buy a bag and don’t think you will use it all for this recipe. Just make sure to dry your rice as well as you can and then seal properly and freeze. It can last 3-6 months when put in the freezer properly.

This is such an easy recipe for a quick weeknight meal. We love the idea of fried rice, and I love incorporating a healthier version to help keep us on track. You won’t even miss the empty carbs. Add some low sodium soy sauce over the top and you have a wonderful dish to serve up for family and friends.

Interested in more Keto Recipes? Check these out.

6 Servings

Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice is a delicious mix of beaten eggs, snow peas, carrots, and riced cauliflower. This Cauliflower rice version of a classic chicken stir fry is 1 of my new favorites!

Ingredients

1 large head of cauliflower, stem removed
3 teaspoons olive oil
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
1 cup frozen mixed peas and carrots, thawed
¼ cup diced onions
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 cooked chicken thighs, diced

Instructions

Gather everything and cut the cauliflower into chunks. Rice the cauliflower in a blender until coarse in texture, like rice. Separate out 4 cups of cauliflower rice and If you have extra freeze the rest.
Scramble the eggs and set them aside.
Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and allow to heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute. Add the peas and carrots, onions, and cauliflower.
Stir-fry until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. While vegetables are cooking, whisk the soy sauce and sesame oil together in a small bowl. Stir the sauce and chicken into the cauliflower mixture.
Cook an additional minute or 2. Stir the cooked eggs back into the mixture.
Serve with optional siracha and additional soy sauce.

Notes

You can top it with green onions for a bit of added flavor.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 196Total Fat 10gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 96mgSodium 379mgCarbohydrates 9gFiber 3gSugar 4gProtein 18g