High Protein Fried Rice with Sausage
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this High Protein Fried Rice with Sausage, a flavorful and nutrient-packed twist on a classic favorite. Featuring hearty brown rice, savory chicken sausage, and protein-rich eggs, this recipe is balanced, satisfying, and perfect for those looking to fuel up with a delicious meal. Vibrant veggies like carrots, peas, and aromatic green onions bring a pop of color and a nourishing touch, while garlic, ginger, and a drizzle of sesame oil add irresistible depth of flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy one-pan dish is ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep, or post-workout refueling. Packed with wholesome ingredients and loaded with bold flavors, this high-protein fried rice is sure to become a staple in your kitchen repertoire!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups brown rice
- 4 links chicken sausage
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 large carrot
- 3 stalks green onions
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 inch piece ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Cook the brown rice according to package instructions, then spread it out on a baking sheet to cool and dry slightly.
Step 2
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the chicken sausage links and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and slice into rounds.
Step 4
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and the sesame oil.
Step 5
Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stir for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 6
Add the diced carrot and cook for 3 minutes until it starts to soften.
Step 7
Push the carrot to one side of the skillet and crack the eggs into the empty space. Scramble them until mostly cooked through, then mix them with the carrot.
Step 8
Add the frozen peas to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes.
Step 9
Add the cooked brown rice, sliced chicken sausage, and soy sauce to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
Step 10
Season with black pepper and adjust soy sauce to taste.
Step 11
Finish by stirring in the chopped green onions. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1279.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1817.7 |
| Total Fat 101.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.6g | |
| Cholesterol 798.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4342.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 137.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.3g | |
| Protein 92.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 123IU | 0% |
| Calcium 295.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2132.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories