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This cauliflower chicken fried rice will satisfy your takeout craving with a healthy and delicious stir fry, loaded with vegetables and protein. It’s based on my (vegetarian) cauliflower fried rice recipe, except this time I used classic peas and carrots instead of bell peppers — but if you’re low carb, it’s easy to make that swap to make this dish more keto-friendly.
Why You’ll Love This Chicken Fried Cauliflower Rice Recipe
- Classic fried rice flavor
- Tender chicken and vegetables
- Easy, healthy meal made in one pan
- Ready in 30 minutes — faster than traditional chicken fried rice!
- Naturally gluten-free, paleo, whole30, and low carb

Ingredients You’ll Need
This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for cauliflower chicken fried rice, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card below.
- Cauliflower – Used to make cauliflower rice! If you haven’t made it before, my cauliflower rice guide will show you exactly how to make it. As a shortcut, you can also buy already riced cauliflower from the produce section (which goes bad quickly, so use it within a day or two) or from the freezer section.
- Butter – Cooking this dish in butter imparts great flavor, but you could also use avocado oil or olive oil for a dairy-free option.
- Chicken Breast – I prefer to use organic chicken (get it shipped right to your door), but you can use any type of boneless skinless chicken breast. Boneless chicken thighs would also work, or if you have leftover shredded chicken, throw that in without the additional cook time. If you prefer ground chicken, you might like these Asian chicken lettuce wraps instead.
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper
- Onion – I used white onion, but you could also use yellow onion.
- Garlic – The recipe calls for 2 cloves garlic, but feel free to adjust to your own tastes. You can mince fresh garlic yourself for the best flavor, or use jarred garlic for convenience. If you have neither, substitute 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder — but fresh tastes better.
- Carrots – These are listed as optional for keto cauliflower fried rice with chicken, because carrots aren’t keto, but definitely include them if this doesn’t apply to you or you aren’t strict. Another option is to use orange bell peppers for a similar color and light crunch.
- Green Peas – Peas are also optional, as carbs in peas are on the high side, but I love and have included them.
- Eggs – Use whole, large eggs.
- Coconut Aminos – This is used in place of soy sauce and is my preferred soy sauce substitute, but low sodium soy sauce or tamari are fine to use instead if you like.
- Sesame Oil – Use a toasted sesame oil for best flavor. Be sure to add this only at the end, as it’s not intended to be used as a cooking oil.
- Green Onions – Thinly slice green onions for garnish and fresh flavor.

How To Make Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice
This section shows how to make chicken fried rice with cauliflower rice, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique, to help you visualize it. For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card below.
- Rice cauliflower. Use a food processor or box grater to “rice” the cauliflower florets.
- Saute chicken. Melt butter in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper. Saute until cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside.


- Saute vegetables. Cook the onion, garlic, and carrots until soft. Add peas and saute another minute.
- Cook eggs. Whisk eggs in a small bowl and press veggies to the edge of the pan. Add eggs to center and lightly scramble.


- Combine. Add cauliflower and chicken to the pan. Saute until the cauliflower is soft, but not mushy.
- Season. Remove from heat. Season the cauliflower mixture with coconut aminos, sesame oil, and chopped green onions. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.


Storage Instructions
- Store: Keep leftover chicken cauliflower fried rice in refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- Reheat: Reheat in a hot skillet on the stove, or in the microwave.
- Freeze: Store in an airtight container or zip lock bag in the freezer for 2-3 months.

More Healthy Stir Fry Recipes
If you like this keto chicken fried cauliflower rice, you might also like some of these other healthy stir fry recipes:
Recommended Tools
- Food Processor – This is the easiest way to make your own cauliflower rice at home.
- Large Skillet – If you don’t have a wok, use a large skillet so there’s enough room to cook it all.
Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice
Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice (30 Min!)
This cauliflower chicken fried rice tastes a lot like the takeout version, but is made with healthy ingredients and packed with veggies! Ready in 30 minutes.
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Remove the cauliflower leaves and stems. Push the cauliflower florets into a running food processor, with a grating attachment to make cauliflower rice. Alternatively, rice the cauliflower using a box grater.
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In a large saute pan over medium heat, heat one tablespoon of butter. Once hot add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Saute until cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and set aside.
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Return the pan to medium-high heat and add the remaining butter. Add the onion, garlic, and carrots. Saute for 4-5 minutes, until the onions are translucent and the carrots have softened up a bit. Add the peas and saute for one more minute.
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Whisk the eggs in a small bowl and push the veggies to the edge of the pan. Add the eggs in the center and cook until barely scrambled.
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Add the cauliflower and chicken, and saute for 5 more minutes, until the cauliflower is soft but not mushy.
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Remove from the heat and add in the coconut aminos, sesame oil, and chopped green onions. Season with more salt and pepper to taste.
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Serving size: 1 1/2 cups
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22 Comments
Mandy Applegate
0Everyone really enjoyed this fried chicken rice, I’ll definitely be making it again!
Lynn Polito
0This was so delicious! My kids especially enjoyed it which made me happy!
Shelby
0My kiddos loved this because it had peas (ha!) I loved it because it’s so veggie loaded!
Sherry
0I make traditional chicken stir-fry all the time and have been wanting to make cauliflower chicken stir-fry. After seeing your stir-fry recipe, I decided to try it. Your step-by-step instructions were perfect and I make amazing cauliflower stir-fry that my whole family loved.
Jennifer
0Loved this! It was a quick and easy and satisfying meal!
Silvia
0The easiest lunch ever. It was yummy and very satisfying. The only think I added was some peppers because I love the heat.
Amy Liu Dong
0First of all, I’m a lover of rice dishes. This looks absolutely delicious and is a complete meal. Plus it’s easy to prepare and cook that’s very convenient for me. Thanks for sharing this recipe with us, got have to make this for the family.
Tristin
0This cauliflower fried rice was such a great alternative to the take out version! Will be making again!
Jacqueline Debono
0This is such a delicious and healthy week night dinner option. It actually tastes better than traditional fried rice.
Veronika
0It always amazes me how many things we can make with just cauliflower haha! This fried cauliflower rice was awesome! The chicken added all the protein we needed and the dish was perfectly seasoned. We didn’t even miss the rice!
Mikayla
0Thank you for this, you are correct, this tastes just like you picked up and brought it home for dinner, such a healthy version and very satisfying.
Megs
0So easy and so delicious! This is one of my go-to meals when I want something quick, easy and tasty.
Devan
0I’m not keto but I’m sure my mom who is on a keto diet would LOVE this! Great photos, looks healthy and delicious. Also very curious to try this coconut aminos which looks like the secret ingredient in this dish. Thanks for this!
Sharon
0This cauliflower chicken fried rice is so tasty! I love making double the recipe so I can leftovers for lunch.
Nancy
0I’ve had regular cauliflower rice and really liked it, so I know your fried rice would be amazing. Love that I could make this for my boyfriend who is a meat eater and also for myself being a vegetarian.
Sam
0What a great dinner idea. We love fried rice so when I saw this healthier version I was intrigued. It was easier than I thought. Plus, the whole family loved it, even my youngest who doesn’t like cauliflower. I guess it was a win win! Thanks for such a great and healthy recipe.
Toni
0This is such a satisfying meal! Everyone at my house loved it!
Taylor
0This was so delicious that I didn’t even miss the rice! Can’t wait to have leftovers for lunch today 🙂 So good!
Kristyn
0This is great!! I want this more than I should, but I knew it wasn’t the healthiest. Your version is just as delicious, but no guilty feelings here!
Shelby
0This was so much yummier than takeout! (And healthy haha)
Wendy
0This is such a deliciously easy meal!
Gloria
0The perfect healthy side to any meal. I love cauliflower rice.