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Quick Fried Rice with Rice-A-Roni Recipe

Asian-inspired · Main course · 25 min total

A speedy, flavorful fried rice made with Rice-A-Roni and leftover veggies, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 box (6.9 oz) Rice-A-Roni (any flavor, e.g., chicken or fried rice)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare Rice-A-Roni according to package directions, using 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil instead of butter. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add beaten eggs and scramble until just set. Remove eggs from skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add the cooked Rice-A-Roni, peas and carrots, and green onions. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
4. Add scrambled eggs back to the skillet. Drizzle with soy sauce and sesame oil (if using). Toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Tips

• For extra protein, add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
• Substitute any leftover vegetables you have on hand.
• Adjust soy sauce to taste; you can also add a pinch of white pepper.

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