Hibachi Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup mayo
- 1 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 5 tablespoons butter
room temp
- 1 tablespoon garlic
minced
- 1-2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
sub avocado oil
- 1/2 sweet yellow onion
diced
- 2 eggs
whisked
- 1-2 tablespoons garlic butter
- 4 cups cooked rice
preferably day-old*
- 1-2 tablespoons soy sauce
more as desired
- 1/4 cup green onions
sliced
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
sub avocado oil
- 3 medium carrots
- 1 sweet yellow onion
- 3 small/medium zucchini
- 1 pint mushrooms
sliced
- 1 tablespoon garlic butter
- kosher salt and ground black pepper
- 6 boneless
skinless chicken thighs
- salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
sub avocado oil
- 1-2 tablespoons garlic butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Directions
- 1
With a recipe like this, regardless of whether you are cooking on a flat top (like a Blackstone) or large cast iron skillet – everything cooks pretty quick so it really helps if everything is prepped and ready to go before you start cooking anything.
- 2
Add ingredients to a small bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
- 3
Combine Garlic Butter ingredients in a bowl. Set aside.
- 4
Bring flat top (or cast iron skillet) to medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of oil. Add onions and move around until softened. Add whisked eggs and move around until cooked. Add 1 tablespoon garlic butter and let melt. Add rice and top with soy sauce. Move everything around until it is mixed together and rice is warmed through. Feel free to add another tablespoon of garlic butter and season with any salt and pepper you desire. Fold in the green onions and then transfer to a plate. Set aside.
- 5
Keep cooking surface at medium high heat. Add oil. Add carrots and move around until they are soft, but firm (approx. 5-6 minutes). Add onion, zucchini, and mushrooms as well as the garlic butter. Season the veggies with salt and pepper. Move around pan until all veggies are soft, but firm. Transfer to plate and set aside.
- 6
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add oil to cooking surface and place chicken in oil. Let cook approx. 3-5 minutes per side or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. About halfway through the cooking process add some garlic butter and soy sauce. Remove and let chicken rest 5 minutes. Cut into pieces.
- 7
Build your bowl or plate by adding some fried rice, veggies, and chicken to it. Drizzle with as much Yum Yum Sauce as you desire as well as any extra sliced green onions and enjoy!
Hibachi Chicken Recipe
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of that sizzling hibachi experience right in your own kitchen? This Hibachi Chicken recipe brings the vibrant flavors of your favorite Japanese steakhouse straight to your dining table, complete with homemade Yum Yum Sauce, flavorful fried rice, and tender-crisp vegetables.
What sets this Hibachi Chicken recipe apart is its dedication to replicating the full hibachi meal experience. By combining savory boneless, skinless chicken thighs, fluffy fried rice made with day-old rice, and a medley of fresh vegetables, you get a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. The star is truly the creamy, tangy homemade Yum Yum Sauce, elevating every bite and tying the entire dish together for an authentic flavor profile.
Prepare for a symphony of flavors and textures that will satisfy your takeout cravings. You'll enjoy tender, well-seasoned chicken alongside perfectly cooked fried rice, dotted with whisked eggs and bright green onions. The vegetables—carrots, onion, zucchini, and mushrooms—are cooked to a pleasant tender-crisp, providing a fresh contrast. Everything is brought together by the irresistible, rich Yum Yum Sauce, creating a complete and satisfying meal that's both comforting and exciting for the whole family.
Feel free to adjust the vegetables to your liking; bell peppers or broccoli would also be delicious additions. For a different protein, you could substitute the chicken thighs with chicken breast, though cooking times may vary slightly. If you don't have fresh garlic, a little extra garlic powder can work in the fried rice or chicken seasoning. You can also experiment with different types of oil, such as avocado oil, as an alternative to olive oil for cooking. Don't forget to adjust the amount of soy sauce and garlic butter to suit your personal preference.
This complete Hibachi Chicken meal is ideal for a lively family dinner or a fun gathering with friends. Serve it hot, allowing everyone to customize their plate with a generous dollop of the homemade Yum Yum Sauce for an extra burst of flavor.