Hibachi Chicken & Rice Skillet Meal Recipe
This Hibachi Chicken & Rice Skillet Meal is a delicious easy-to-make dish that brings the savory flavors of hibachi cooking right to your kitchen. With tender chicken crisp vegetables and flavorful fried rice it’s a perfect all-in-one meal. You can even customize the veggies or proteins based on what you have on hand.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients:
For the chicken marinade:
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp black pepper
For the skillet meal:
2 tbsp vegetable oil (or more as needed)
1 medium onion diced
1 cup carrots thinly sliced
1 cup bell peppers diced
2 cups cooked rice (preferably day-old rice for best texture)
2 eggs beaten
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 cloves garlic minced
Green onions (for garnish)
Optional: lemon wedges for serving
1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions:
Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl mix together soy sauce sesame oil rice vinegar garlic powder
onion powder and black pepper. Add the chicken and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes or up to 30 minutes.
Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet add another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the diced onion carrots and bell peppers. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Make the Fried Rice: Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet. In the empty space add the beaten eggs and scramble until fully cooked. Then add the cooked rice to the skillet. Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil. Toss everything together until combined.
Combine and Serve: Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet. Stir everything together for 2-3 minutes to heat through. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
Tips:
Use Day-Old Rice: For the best fried rice texture use rice that’s been refrigerated for at least a few hours or overnight. Fresh rice can get too mushy when fried.
Vegetable Variations: You can swap in or add other vegetables like zucchini peas or broccoli depending on your preferences.
Chicken Options: Feel free to substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein.
Make it Spicy: Add a bit of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the soy sauce if you like some heat in your dish.
Nutrition (per serving, assuming 4 servings):
Calories: 400-450
Protein: 30g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fat: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Sodium: 700-800mg (depends on the soy sauce used)
In conclusion this Hibachi Chicken & Rice Skillet Meal is a delicious easy-to-make dish that brings the flavors of a hibachi grill right to your kitchen. The tender chicken savory rice and colorful vegetables come together perfectly with a zesty sauce creating a satisfying and hearty meal in just one pan. Ideal for a busy weeknight or a fun family dinner this recipe offers a quick and flavorful alternative to takeout. Plus with customizable ingredients and seasonings it’s easy to adjust to your taste preferences!
Enjoy your homemade hibachi-style chicken and rice!