Low Fat Arroz Chaufa
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this nutritious and flavorful Low Fat Arroz Chaufa! A healthy twist on the classic Peruvian-Chinese fried rice, this dish swaps out white rice for fiber-rich brown rice and uses lean skinless chicken breast and egg whites for a high-protein, low-fat boost. Packed with vibrant vegetables like carrots, red bell peppers, and green onions, and seasoned with low-sodium soy sauce, fresh ginger, and garlic, this one-pan wonder balances bold flavors with wholesome ingredients. Perfect for a lighter yet satisfying meal, it’s ready in just 40 minutes and makes a delicious, guilt-free option for busy weeknights. Try it today for an easy recipe that’s big on taste but light on calories!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups water
- 200 grams skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 3 units egg whites
- 1 unit large carrot
- 1 unit small red bell pepper
- 2 stalks green onions
- 2 units garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 spray olive oil spray
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the brown rice under cold water and place it in a medium saucepan with the 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 25-30 minutes until water is absorbed.
Step 2
While the rice is cooking, dice the skinless chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
In a bowl, combine the chicken with 1 tablespoon of the low sodium soy sauce and let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
Step 4
Peel and dice the carrot and chop the red bell pepper and green onions. Mince the garlic cloves and grate the ginger.
Step 5
In a large non-stick pan, lightly coat with olive oil spray. Add the marinated chicken and cook over medium heat until fully cooked, around 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Step 6
In the same pan, add the diced carrot and red bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
Step 7
Push the vegetables to one side of the pan, and in the cleared space, pour in the egg whites. Stir frequently to scramble them until cooked through.
Step 8
Add the cooked brown rice, chicken, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the pan. Stir everything together and cook for another 2 minutes.
Step 9
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of low sodium soy sauce and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil over the mixture and stir well to combine.
Step 10
Finally, add the chopped green onions and mix everything together. Serve hot and enjoy your low-fat Arroz Chaufa!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1255.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 831.7 |
| Total Fat 23.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g | |
| Cholesterol 164.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1550.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 68.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.8g | |
| Protein 82.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 149.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 958.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories