From the Wok · Best Value · Gluten-Free
Wok-fried rice with chicken, eggs, scallions and house sauce. At $12, the most affordable main-course fried rice on the menu and one of three gluten-free options. The go-to for feeding picky eaters and budget-conscious groups.
Chicken Fried Rice is the dish you order when you know what you want: a well-made plate of protein and carbs, no surprises, no heat, no weird textures. At $12 it's tied with Vegetable Fried Rice for the cheapest main-course option in the From the Wok section, and it delivers considerably more protein (30g).
The preparation is the same high-heat wok technique used for every fried rice on the menu. Day-old rice is used because fresh rice is too moist — it clumps instead of frying. The day-old rice fries dry and separate, picking up the char and smoke from the wok burners that fresh rice can't. The chicken is diced and cooked through before being combined with the rice, egg, and scallion in the final toss.
There's an argument to be made that Chicken Fried Rice is the best introduction to the From the Wok section for first-timers who haven't decided yet. It's familiar enough not to intimidate, but well-executed enough to demonstrate what the kitchen is capable of. Once you've had this, you understand why the Pork Chop Fried Rice is worth the extra $4.
Per full order. Figures are estimates; actual values may vary.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 540 |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbohydrates | 78 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Sodium | 880 mg |
Contains Soy, Chicken, and Egg. Gluten-free (no wheat). Suitable for gluten-free diners. Not suitable for egg-free or soy-free diets. For a vegan option, see Vegetable Fried Rice.
White Rice ($3) is built into this dish — no need to order it separately. For a group table, pair with a wok entrée like Orange Chicken or Chicken & Broccoli to share.
Tied with Vegetable Fried Rice for the cheapest main-course option in the From the Wok section. If you're feeding a group on a budget, two orders of Chicken Fried Rice cover a table of four alongside shared apps.
One of three GF-friendly fried rice options. The dish is made without wheat flour or wheat-based sauces. Clean for most gluten-free diners, though cross-contamination is always possible in a shared kitchen.
No heat, no unusual ingredients, no strong flavors that divide the table. If you're ordering for a group with mixed preferences — kids, picky eaters, food restrictions — Chicken Fried Rice is the safe and correct call.
