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Hibachi Chicken

A simple yet flavorful dish featuring tender chicken marinated in soy sauce, garlic, and sesame oil, cooked to perfection for a taste reminiscent of Japanese steakhouses.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 1 pound boneless chicken breasts Cut into bite size pieces
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon mirin or rice wine You can substitute with sugar and a splash of rice vinegar if needed
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 pinch black pepper
Cooking Ingredients
  • 1-2 tablespoons vegetable oil For cooking
  • 1 tablespoon butter Adds flavor
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup sliced zucchini or mushrooms Add your favorite veggies

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-size pieces and pat dry with a paper towel.
  2. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin or rice wine, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, and black pepper to create the marinade.
  3. Toss the chicken pieces in the marinade and let them sit for 10 to 20 minutes or up to 1 hour in the fridge for more flavor.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet or flat top over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil and butter.
  2. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer and let it brown without moving for 2 minutes.
  3. Stir the chicken and cook for 3 to 4 more minutes until cooked through.
  4. Add chopped onion and sliced zucchini or mushrooms to the pan and cook until tender, tossing with the chicken.
  5. Finish with a splash of soy sauce and a squeeze of lemon or a drizzle of hibachi sauce, if desired. Serve hot with rice and steamed vegetables.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before marinating for better sear. Do not crowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Add butter near the end for classic hibachi flavor. Taste the sauce before serving for balance. Cut vegetables into similar sizes for even cooking.