Chicken Leg Fried Rice with Black Tea BBQ Seasoning Recipe

Ingredients:

• 6g black tea BBQ seasoning
• 1 cup boiling water
• 4 chicken legs, boneless and skinless, diced into bite-sized pieces
• 2 cups cooked rice, preferably day-old
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce (optional, for extra flavor)
• 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil (optional, for extra aroma)

Instructions:

Prepare the Black Tea Marinade:

• In a small bowl, mix the black tea BBQ seasoning with the boiling water. Allow the tea to steep for 3-4 minutes, then strain and let it cool. This mixture will be used to marinate the chicken legs.

Marinate the Chicken:

• Place the diced chicken legs in a shallow dish and pour the cooled black tea marinade over them. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.

Prepare the Rice:

• Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat. Add the beaten eggs and scramble until cooked. Remove the eggs from the wok and set aside.
• In the same wok, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
• Add the marinated chicken, discarding the marinade, and cook until the chicken is no longer pink and is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
• Add the frozen peas and carrots, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are heated through.

Combine and Finish:

• Add the cooked rice to the wok and break up any clumps. Stir in the scrambled eggs, green onions, and chopped cilantro.
• Season the fried rice with salt, pepper, and if desired, a splash of soy sauce and a few drops of sesame oil. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.

Serve:

• Serve the chicken leg fried rice in bowls, garnished with additional chopped cilantro if desired.
• Enjoy your Chicken Leg Fried Rice with a hint of black tea BBQ seasoning, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. The flavorsome chicken and fragrant rice make for a delightful combination that's sure to please.