Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice

This Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice is a healthier alternative to classic fried rice. Made with chicken, cauliflower rice, and fresh vegetables, it’s a delicious dinner the whole family will love.

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Healthy dinner recipes like this Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice are what I like to put on the table. Delicious flavors, protein, and veggies all in one bowl. If you are into cauliflower check out this Keto Cheeseburger Casserole which features a cheesy mashed cauliflower base. Yum! Check out all of our Healthy Main Dishes for inspiration.

IN THIS POST: Everything you need to make Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice

Ingredients for this recipe

• cauliflower *or use already riced cauliflower*
• toasted sesame oil
• eggs  – organic free range
• garlic – fresh cloves, minced
• onion, carrots, celery, red bell pepper – all chopped 
• chives –  green onions or snow peas work too for a nice pop of green 
• sea salt and pepper
• coconut aminos – you can also use tamari or soy sauce but watch the label for a gluten-free variety 
• cooked chicken breast  – cut into cubes

Instructions

Start by cutting the cauliflower into florets. Use a sharp knife and slice the florets from the core.

Next, working in batches, pulse the florets in a food processor until they resemble the size and shape of traditional rice.

Then, set a large skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of toasted sesame oil. Once it has warmed, scramble the eggs in the skillet.

Once they are cooked, transfer them to a chopping board and give them a quick, rough chop, and set them aside.

Next, wipe out the pan, add another tablespoon of the toasted sesame oil, and return the skillet to medium heat.

Stir-fry the onion, carrots, celery, and bell peppers until crisp-tender, then add the garlic and stir for another minute.

Add the riced cauliflower and stir very well.

Lower the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet and cook until the cauliflower is tender.

Finally, uncover the skillet and stir in the chopped eggs, chives, bite-sized pieces of chicken, and coconut aminos into the cauliflower mixture.

Serve warm and pat yourself on the back for skipping the takeout – and the carbs!

This high-protein keto recipe tastes just as delicious.

FAQs, Tips, and Substitutions

• Does cauliflower actually taste like rice? Not exactly, but it does take on the flavor of your other ingredients and seasonings which is perfect with this recipe.
• Store any leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 2 days. This dish reheats really well so enjoy the leftovers for lunch the next day.
• If you don’t have a food processor a box grater also works for making the cauliflower rice.
• TIP! Save the steps of cutting and processing the cauliflower florets into rice by purchasing pre-made cauliflower rice. It is available in most grocery stores in the produce section.
• If you don’t have any leftover cooked chicken use rotisserie in this recipe.
• Watching your salt intake? Try this homemade low-sodium soy sauce substitute recipe.

More low-carb recipes

• Chicken Cauliflower Casserole
• How to Make Parmesan Zucchini Chips – Quick + Easy Recipe
• Keto Peanut Butter Cookies
• Mashed Cauliflower with Roasted Garlic and Olive Oil
• Zucchini Pizza Bites with Simple Ingredients

**This recipe was originally posted on  May 4, 2015, updated on February 28, 2019, and updated again on March 19, 2023.**

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