Description
This Hibachi Chicken recipe brings the authentic Japanese steakhouse flavor right to your kitchen! Juicy, tender chicken is seared to perfection in a garlic butter soy sauce, served alongside hibachi-style vegetables and optional homemade Yum Yum Sauce. A quick, one-pan meal that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or restaurant-style experience at home!
Ingredients
For the Hibachi Chicken:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp teriyaki sauce (optional for extra flavor)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Hibachi Vegetables:
- 1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
For the Yum Yum Sauce (Optional but Delicious!):
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
Cook the Chicken:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Sear for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Add butter and minced garlic, stirring until fragrant.
- Pour in soy sauce and teriyaki sauce, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Cook the Vegetables:
- In the same pan, add vegetable oil and the zucchini, mushrooms, onion, and carrot.
- Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Add soy sauce and garlic powder, tossing to coat. Remove from heat.
Make the Yum Yum Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, rice vinegar, garlic powder, paprika, and sugar.
- Serve as a dipping sauce or drizzle over the chicken and vegetables.
Notes
- Swap chicken for shrimp or steak for variety.
- Add a splash of sake or mirin for extra depth of flavor.
- Use ginger sauce instead of Yum Yum Sauce for a tangier alternative.
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 20min
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, One-Pan
- Cuisine: Japanese, Asian-Inspired