Hibachi Chicken

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This recipe for Hibachi Chicken makes flavorful chicken bites that are tender and perfectly cooked. And the seasoning is delicious! You’ll love this quick and easy dinner.

fork holding piece of Hibachi Chicken

Easy Hibachi Chicken Recipe

These pan fried chicken bites are yummy in so many meals. You can serve them on their own or add them to salads, pasta, or protein bowls. For an easy weeknight dinner, cook up quick ramen noodles and top them with (warmed) frozen vegetables and this Hibachi chicken. So simple, healthy, and filling!

close-up of cooked Hibachi Chicken

The chicken gets its flavor from garlic, soy sauce, and mirin. This simple marinade adds so much bright flavor to the dish. It coats the chicken and cooks up golden brown. You’ll love how easy it is to make this skillet chicken dish.

Hibachi Chicken on a plate

Love cooking chicken on the stovetop? There are so many ways to add a burst of flavor. Check out these recipes: Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice, Easy Mexican Chicken Fajitas Recipe, or Pan Fried Chicken Drumsticks.

spatula holding pieces of Hibachi Chicken

How To Make Hibachi Chicken

Prep your chicken by cutting it into small pieces. Heat a frying pan on high and add butter.

Once the butter melts, add the garlic and cook for about a minute, stirring. Then add in chicken and mix together.

Pour soy sauce and mirin into a small bowl or liquid measuring cup. Whisk with a fork until combined. Set aside while the chicken is cooking.

golden brown Hibachi Chicken pieces

Stir chicken and cook until it has lightly browned. Then add sauce to pan. Mix together chicken pieces and sauce.

Continue cooking until chicken is cooked through and sauce has reduced and thickened. Total cooking time will be around 7 minutes.

Turn off the heat and move chicken to a serving plate. It’s ready to enjoy!

Hibachi Chicken in a skillet

Cooking Tips

  • Cooking time can vary depending on size of chicken pieces and heat of pan
  • While chicken is cooking, keep an eye on it to watch for signs of burning
  • You can check if chicken is cooked through by slicing a piece. There should be no pink in the center

spatula stirring up Hibachi Chicken

What Are Hibachi Seasonings?

Seasonings used frequently in Hibachi cooking include garlic, ginger, sesame oil, soy sauce, and teriyaki sauce.

cooked Hibachi Chicken on a plate

Does Hibachi Use Butter Or Oil?

Typically, Hibachi meats, vegetables, and rice are cooked in butter, not oil. This adds a smooth, rich flavor.

Hibachi Chicken seasoned and cooked in a skillet

Is Hibachi Chicken healthy?

Yes, generally speaking, Hibachi Chicken is high in protein and low in carbohydrates. Of course, this depends on the sauce that you serve with it. But overall, Hibachi Chicken is a lean protein that makes a delicious main course.

fork holding piece of cooked Hibachi Chicken

What To Serve With Hibachi Chicken

This chicken is delicious with complimentary side dishes like Asian Spicy Sesame Cucumber Salad Recipe, Broccoli Fried Rice Recipe, and Sautéed Green Beans Recipe.

And for dessert… how about some easy, no bake recipes? Try Coconut Balls – Healthy No-Bake Coconut Truffles Recipe, S’mores In The Microwave, and Microwave Cinnamon Apple Slices.

easy dinner Hibachi Chicken in a skillet

More Chicken Dinners To Try

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast In The Air Fryer

Easy Fried Chicken

Baked Spicy Chicken Legs

Bone-In Chicken Breast Roasted

Chicken Tortilla Soup In The Instant Pot

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Hibachi Chicken

This recipe for Hibachi Chicken makes flavorful chicken bites that are tender and perfectly cooked. And the seasoning is delicious! You'll love this quick and easy dinner.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Chicken, Dinner
Keyword: Hibachi Chicken
Cooking Method: Stovetop
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 1061kcal

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Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 lb chicken cut into small pieces
  • 1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 tbsp mirin

Instructions

  • Prep your chicken by cutting it into small pieces.
  • Heat a frying pan on high and add butter.
  • Once the butter melts, add the garlic and cook for about a minute, stirring.
  • Then add in chicken and mix together.
  • Pour soy sauce and mirin into a small bowl or liquid measuring cup. Whisk with a fork until combined. Set aside while the chicken is cooking.
  • Stir chicken and cook until it has lightly browned. Then add sauce to pan. Mix together chicken pieces and sauce.
  • Continue cooking until chicken is cooked through and sauce has reduced and thickened. Total cooking time will be around 7 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat and move chicken to a serving plate. It's ready to enjoy!

Notes

  • Cooking time can vary depending on size of chicken pieces and heat of pan
  • While chicken is cooking, keep an eye on it to watch for signs of burning
  • You can check if chicken is cooked through by slicing a piece. There should be no pink in the center
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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 1061kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 116g | Saturated Fat: 36g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 24g | Monounsaturated Fat: 51g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 449mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 88IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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2 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    This hibachi chicken has an amazing flavorful and tender result, which I will surely recommend to my friends.

5 from 2 votes

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