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Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice Calories
Savory rice dish with chicken, vegetables, and Korean-style seasonings
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice (200 g) has 344 calories. That works out to 172 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.8 g of carbs, 16.6 g of protein, 10.2 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 1 mg of Manganese covers 42% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
344
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
46.8g
· 17% DV
Protein
16.6g
· 33% DV
Fat
10.2g
· 13% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 19% · Fat 27%
Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (200 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 344 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.2 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.72 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 840 mg | 37% |
| Total carbohydrate | 46.8 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 16.6 g | 33% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 344 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 430 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 280 g | 482 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 300 g | 516 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 602 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 450 g | 774 kcal |
Calculated from 172 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice
How do you make Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice?
Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice is made by stir-frying cooked rice with chicken, vegetables, and Korean-style seasonings. Use chilled rice for a firmer texture; freshly cooked rice can be too moist and may turn the dish mushy.
What goes into Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice?
Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice usually combines rice, chicken, vegetables, and seasonings such as soy sauce and sesame oil. Depending on the recipe, it may also include egg, garlic, or gochujang; there is no single fixed ingredient list.
Is Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice spicy?
Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice can be spicy, but it is not always hot. Gochujang or Korean chili flakes bring the heat in some recipes; reduce or leave them out for a milder version without changing the basic preparation.
Is Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice the same as kimchi fried rice?
No, Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice is not necessarily kimchi fried rice. Kimchi fried rice specifically uses kimchi as a key ingredient, while chicken fried rice may use other vegetables and seasonings; a recipe can include both chicken and kimchi.
What rice works best for Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice?
Chilled short- or medium-grain rice works well for Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice because the grains stay distinct when stir-fried. Leftover rice is convenient; freshly cooked rice should be cooled first so excess moisture does not make the dish sticky.
What should you serve with Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice?
Serve Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice with kimchi, pickled vegetables, or a crisp salad. Their tangy, fresh flavors balance the savory rice, and small Korean-style side dishes can make it part of a more complete meal.
Can you make Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice without gochujang?
Yes, Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice can be made without gochujang. The dish will be less spicy and lose some of that paste’s distinctive flavor, but garlic, sesame oil, and a little soy sauce still give the rice a savory taste.
How do you keep Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice from getting mushy?
Use cold, relatively dry rice and cook Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice in a hot pan without overcrowding it. Stir-frying in batches helps excess moisture evaporate, while adding sauces gradually keeps the rice from becoming wet and clumped.
How long does Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice keep in the fridge?
Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice generally keeps for 3–4 days in a refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Refrigerate leftovers soon after serving, and discard them if their smell or appearance has changed.
Can you freeze Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice?
Yes, Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice freezes well in airtight, single-serving containers. Cool it before freezing, then reheat it until steaming throughout after thawing; avoid freezing the same leftovers again after they have been reheated.
Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
5.6mg · 35% DV
B6
0.5mg · 29% DV
Biotin
6.2µg · 21% DV
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.96mg · 42% DV
Sodium
840mg · 37% DV
Selenium
20µg · 36% DV
Phosphorus
216mg · 31% DV
Potassium ⭐
344mg · 10% DV
Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice
To burn the 344 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice?
Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice is a quick pan-fried dish of cooked rice with chicken, vegetables and Korean-inspired seasonings. It takes its cues from Korean cooking and is also a handy way to use leftover rice.
Serve it hot as a filling lunch or dinner; it works well on its own or alongside a simple salad. In Korea, fried rice is often an easy, adaptable meal, while elsewhere it fits naturally into a weeknight rotation. Rice makes carbohydrates the main feature, with 8.3 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, add extra vegetables and use a modest amount of oil.
How Nutritious Is Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Korean-Style Chicken Fried Rice Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 32:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (32:1).
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