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Classic Hibachi Chicken With Fried Rice And Vegetables

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Classic Hibachi Chicken With Fried Rice And Vegetables is an easy-to-make, Japanese-inspired dish that combines juicy chicken pieces with crisp vegetables and day-old rice. The chicken is seasoned and stir-fried to perfection, while the rice absorbs the flavors of soy sauce and sesame oil, creating a fragrant and delicious meal. Garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is perfect for a quick dinner, bringing the taste of a hibachi restaurant right into your kitchen.
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Updated on Mon, 06 Jan 2025 11:38:27 GMT
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Transform your kitchen into a Japanese steakhouse with this simplified Hibachi Chicken - where tender chicken, savory fried rice, and crisp vegetables come together in a delicious homestyle version of the restaurant favorite. This recipe captures all the flavors you love without needing special equipment or chef-level skills.

When I first attempted hibachi at home, I was amazed at how a few simple ingredients could recreate those beloved restaurant flavors. Now it's become a regular in our dinner rotation.

Essential Ingredients

  • Chicken: Choose uniformly-sized pieces for even cooking. Thighs offer more flavor and stay juicier.
  • Sesame oil: Just a touch adds authentic hibachi flavor. Its nutty aroma is irreplaceable.
  • Soy sauce: Use low-sodium to control the salt level better.
  • Hoisin sauce: Adds depth and a touch of sweetness.
  • Fresh ginger and garlic: Their aromatics create the foundation of flavor.
  • Day-old rice: The key to perfect fried rice texture.

Creating Your Hibachi Feast

Step 1:
Begin with room temperature chicken for even cooking.
Step 2:
Cut all vegetables to similar sizes for consistent cooking.
Step 3:
Have all ingredients prepped and ready - this dish moves quickly.
Step 4:
Start with your hottest burner to get proper searing.
Step 5:
Cook in batches to prevent overcrowding.
Step 6:
Let your pan get hot between each addition.
Step 7:
Keep the vegetables crisp-tender for best texture.
Step 8:
Break up any rice clumps before frying.
Step 9:
Create a well for the egg to ensure it cooks properly.
Step 10:
Toss ingredients quickly to prevent sticking.
Step 11:
Season gradually, tasting as you go.
Step 12:
Let the rice crisp slightly for authentic texture.
Step 13:
Make extra sauce - you'll want it on everything.

Every time I make this, the sizzle of ingredients hitting the hot pan brings back memories of watching hibachi chefs perform their culinary magic.

Perfect Pairing Suggestions

  • Cucumber salad with rice vinegar dressing
  • Miso soup for a complete Japanese meal
  • Green tea or Japanese beer

This recipe proves that you don't need a special grill or years of training to create delicious hibachi at home.

This homemade Hibachi Chicken has become our favorite way to bring the Japanese steakhouse experience home. It's proof that with the right technique and ingredients, restaurant favorites can be recreated in your own kitchen.

Classic Hibachi Chicken With Fried Rice And Vegetables

A quick and flavorful hibachi-style chicken dish with fried rice and vegetables, perfect for a homemade Japanese-inspired meal.

Prep Time
20 Minutes
Cook Time
30 Minutes
Total Time
50 Minutes
By: Zaho

Category: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Japanese

Yield: 4 Servings

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

→ Hibachi Chicken

01 1 lb chicken breasts, diced
02 1 tbsp sesame oil
03 2 tbsp soy sauce
04 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
05 4 cloves garlic, minced
06 1 tsp fresh minced ginger

→ Mustard Sauce

07 1/2 cup light mayo
08 1 tbsp soy sauce
09 1 tbsp rice vinegar
10 1 tbsp dijon mustard

→ Sautéed Vegetables

11 1 tbsp olive oil
12 1 carrot, thinly sliced
13 1 cup mushrooms, sliced in half
14 1 yellow onion, chopped
15 1 zucchini, chopped
16 1 tbsp soy sauce, plus salt & pepper to taste

→ Fried Rice

17 2 cups cooked white rice
18 2 tbsp butter
19 4 cloves garlic, minced
20 3 tbsp soy sauce
21 1 egg
22 4 green onions, sliced

Instructions

Step 01

Mix hibachi chicken ingredients in a bowl, pour over chicken. Cook in large skillet over med-high heat for 10 minutes until cooked through. Remove and clean pan.

Step 02

Cook rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, mix all mustard sauce ingredients together.

Step 03

Heat olive oil in pan, add vegetables with soy sauce, salt and pepper. Cook 5 minutes until tender-crisp. Set aside.

Step 04

Melt butter, sauté garlic 30 seconds. Add rice and soy sauce, cook 5 minutes. Make hole in center, scramble egg. Stir in green onions.

Step 05

Plate rice with chicken and vegetables. Serve with mustard sauce on the side.

Notes

  1. Can substitute ginger or yum yum sauce for mustard sauce
  2. Stores in fridge up to 5 days
  3. Can freeze chicken and rice up to 3 months

Tools You'll Need

  • Large skillet
  • Rice cooker or pot
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains eggs
  • Contains dairy
  • Contains soy

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 499
  • Total Fat: 24 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 37 g
  • Protein: 33 g