This Hibachi Chicken recipe is a quick and flavorful dinner you can make right at home. Tender chicken cooks in a hot skillet with garlic, butter, and simple seasonings to create that classic hibachi-style flavor.
It’s an easy, family-tested meal that comes together fast and uses affordable ingredients you may already have on hand.
Why You’ll Love Hibachi Chicken!
This Hibachi Chicken is one of those dinners we make often because it’s quick, simple, and always a hit with the family. It has that restaurant-style flavor but uses basic ingredients we usually already have in the kitchen. When I need something fast that still feels a little special, this is one Chicken Recipe I know I can count on.
- Better than takeout at home – You get that classic hibachi flavor without the cost of going to a restaurant.
- Quick weeknight dinner – The chicken cooks in about 10 minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings.
- Simple ingredients – Most of the ingredients are pantry staples you may already have on hand.
- Family-friendly meal – The flavors are simple and mild, which makes it great for both kids and adults.
- Easy to stretch into multiple meals – Leftovers are great for fried rice, wraps, or quick lunch bowls the next day.
- Pairs with so many sides – Serve it with Moroccan Chicken, jasmine rice, Easy Fried Rice Recipe, hibachi vegetables, noodles, or even a simple salad. Drizzle teriyaki sauce or Yum Yum Sauce over the chicken for even more flavor.
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Ingredients
- Chicken Breast – Cut into bite-sized pieces so the skinless chicken breasts cooks quickly and evenly.
- Soy Sauce – Adds the classic savory hibachi flavor. Low-sodium soy sauce works well if you prefer less salt or check out these Best Soy Sauce Substitutes.
- Sesame Oil – A small amount adds the signature nutty flavor often found in hibachi dishes.
- Onion Powder – Provides extra flavor without needing fresh onions.
- Salt & Black Pepper – Enhances the flavor of the chicken
- Avocado Oil – Works well for high smoke points cooking. Vegetable oil or canola oil can also be used.
- Cloves Garlic, minced – Fresh garlic gives the best flavor, but jarred minced garlic works great for convenience.
- Butter – Adds richness and helps create that classic hibachi-style finish.
How to Make Hibachi Chicken
Step 1 – In a mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, onion powder, pepper and salt.
Step 2 – Add the chicken and let it marinate for approximately 15-20 minutes.
Step 3 – Preheat a regular skillet, griddle, wok or cast iron pan over medium high heat. Add the oil to the pan. Once the oil is heated through, add the garlic and marinated chicken to the pan. Let the chicken cook on both sides on high heat for 2-3 minutes until browned on both sides.
Step 4 – Add the unsalted butter and continue to cook and then toss the chicken in the melted butter until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165 degrees F).
Step 5 – Remove the chicken from the pan. Serve with your favorite hibachi sides and enjoy!
Tips for Success
- Cooking Chicken – When browning the chicken, resist the temptation to frequently toss the chicken while it’s browning. Let the chicken sit for a few minutes to get good and browned before turning and then brown the other side as well.
- Use high heat – Hibachi cooking relies on high heat for flavor and texture.
- Cut the chicken evenly – Similar-sized pieces cook more evenly.
- Use a large skillet or griddle – Overcrowding the pan can cause the chicken to steam instead of brown.
Variations & Substitutions
- Use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts for a juicier option.
- Make it gluten-free by using coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
- Add veggies such as zucchini, mushrooms, carrots, broccoli or onions to cook alongside the chicken.
- Add a little heat with red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.
Storage & Freezer Instructions
- Refrigerator – Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
- Reheat – Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or microwave until warmed through.
- Freezer – Cooked hibachi chicken can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
FAQs
Hibachi chicken is a Japanese-inspired dish where bite-sized pieces of chicken are cooked on a hot griddle or skillet with simple seasonings, garlic, and butter.
Yes. A large skillet or cast iron pan works very well and still creates a great sear.
Cooking the chicken on high heat, letting it brown well, and finishing with butter and garlic helps recreate that restaurant-style flavor.
Yes. The chicken can be cooked ahead and reheated for easy lunches or dinner later in the week.
Hibachi Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken Breasts cut into approximately 1 inch pieces
- 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 2 teaspoon Sesame Oil
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- ½ teaspoon Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 1 Tablespoon Avocado Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic minced (or 1 Tablespoon pre-minced garlic)
- 2 Tablespoons Butter
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Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon pepper, and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Add 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into approximately 1 inch pieces, and let it marinate for approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
- Preheat a large skillet, griddle or cast iron pan over medium high heat.
- Add 1 tablespoon avocado oil to the pan.
- Once the oil is heated through, add 3 cloves minced garlic and the marinated chicken to the pan.
- Let the chicken cook on both sides on high heat for 2-3 minutes until browned on both sides.
- Add 2 tablespoons butter and continue to cook, tossing the chicken in the melted butter, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
- Remove the chicken from the pan. Serve with your favorite hibachi sides and enjoy!
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This sounds so good!! I need to find chicken recipes I will actually like.
I hope you give it a try! This is such an easy and flavorful way to make chicken. I hope you love it!
This recipe was quick and easy and my whole family enjoyed it. Great for N easy week night dinner
I want to try this one.
Sounds really good ?. Going to have to try it.
Thank you! I hope you give it a try and love it!
Family favorite right here! Quick and easy and the leftovers always get eaten up!
I love hearing that! Quick, easy, and no leftovers going to waste is always a win. Thanks for sharing!
This is the recipe I use when I want a delicious dinner but don’t want to go grocery shopping on my way home. It’s a pantry staple gem!
My family can not wait to try this, this week!! My daughter is beyond super picky about what she eats and she has loved all the other recipes so far, we will def be loyal followers
Thank you so much! I hope your whole family loves it, especially your daughter. I’m so glad you’ve been enjoying the recipes!
Make this all the time, its a family favorite. We absolutely love it. Thank you for sharing it
I love hearing that! I’m so glad it’s become a family favorite. Thanks so much for sharing!
Another winner, for sure!
This looks absolutely delicious. Thanks for sharing.
This sounds amazing and tasty. We will be trying this one once our new fridge gets here. Have had no fridge for over a week now. Thanks Carrie for your recipes.
Thank you so much! I hope your new fridge arrives soon and you love the recipe when you get a chance to try it!
I made this last week using leg quarters. Easy to make and very tasty. Loved it!
I’m so glad you loved it! Using leg quarters sounds delicious. Thanks for sharing!
Sounds quick and easy to make. Going to try it with the chicken fried rice recipe!
That sounds like the perfect combination! I hope you enjoy both recipes!
Will be adding this to my recipes to try!
Thank you! I hope you get a chance to try it soon and love it!
Will be adding this to my list of recipes to try this next week.
I hope you love it! Let me know how it turns out when you give it a try!
I can’t wait to try this, I love hibachi & it’s even healthier & cheaper when it’s at home!
I hope you love it! Making hibachi at home is such an easy and budget-friendly way to enjoy a favorite meal!
Going to make this soon & make some fried rice too. YUMS
That sounds delicious! The fried rice will be perfect with it. I hope you enjoy!
Looks great! We love hibachi anything!
Definitely going to try this one! I love hibachi chicken, but can never get it quite right.
I hope you love this version! It’s such an easy way to enjoy hibachi chicken at home. Let me know how it turns out!
We love Hibachi Chicken because the ingredients to make it are always on hand, chicken is a favorite meat at our house, it’s easy to make and very tasty. We especially love it served with healthy organic long grain brown basmati rice.
I love hearing this! It’s such an easy meal to make with simple ingredients. The brown basmati rice sounds delicious with it, too!
One of my favorite things. This was much better than takeout.
Great easy recipe!
Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
This was so easy to make and I love that you gave info on making it gluten free. Thank you for that. It had amazing flavor and perfect texture. I enjoyed this immensely.
This is so easy and delicious
Angela – I’m so happy to hear this. Thanks for leaving a comment and letting me know. Hope you have a great day.
I love this chicken. Add a starch and a vegetable for a complete meal.
We will have to do a taste test for this one. I have some very picky eaters
Mindi – I hope everyone loves it!
Can’t wait to try this
Mindi – Let me know what you think!
Thank you ! We love going out for hibachi and don’t love the price ! We will be definitely trying this one along with the chicken fried rice
Delicious, but I prefer chicken thighs. They’re richer in taste!
Beverly – Thank you! Feel free to use chicken thighs.
not a big fan of hibachi but I love the good tender flavor. GOOD JOB!
This is so delicious! My family are big hibachi lovers. This has become staple in our house. Thank you Carrie.
This is sooooo good one of my favorites
Wahoo! Thanks so much!
I just have to make this. It looks delicious! I am going to order the ingredients and make it this week.
Thank you for sharing!
I’m so glad you are going to try it!
Can’t wait to try it. Love that it is made with stuff already in my pantry.
I’m excited that you plan to try it! Let me know if you have any questions.
So good! I made this with a microwaveable lentil rice pilaf and an asian veggie stir fry. So easy and fast, and it really scratches the itch to eat out but at a fraction of the cost. I will definitely make this again!
I’m so glad you loved it! Your sides sound delicious, too. I love that you can get that hibachi flavor at home without the restaurant price. Thanks for sharing!
Made this a day ahead of time as we had a busy schedule the next day. Reheating was easy and quick and we were off to the game. I served this fried rice. The family asked if I would make again and soon!! Thank you for this simple delicous recipe!
Another family favorite. Disappears every time I make it.
I love hearing that! There’s nothing better than a recipe the whole family loves. Thanks for sharing!
I LOVE this recipe! I was doing a similar version that wasn’t quite…there. Once I used your version, it was perfection.
The second time, I cut up chicken tenderloin and seared them in the pan with a little salt. Then, I did a little reduction with the marinade ingredients (in the same pan). It was great! The chicken had really great browning this way.
I’m so glad you loved it! I love how you made it your own, and that extra browning on the chicken sounds delicious. Thanks for sharing!
Love,love,love!!! Served this up with broccoli, glazed sweet carrots and white rice. Perfect date night meal made from the heart.
I love hearing this! Those sides sound perfect with the chicken. I’m so glad you enjoyed it for your date night!
Can’t wait to try this! Sounds delicious!! ?
Thank you! I hope you love it as much as we do. I can’t wait to hear what you think!
I cant wait to try this
Let me know how it turns out!
This was a winner with my grandchildren. They polished it off and even said they liked it better than take outs. Big score for Grandma!
Thanks Carrie!
I love hearing this! I’m so glad your grandchildren enjoyed it. Sounds like Grandma definitely scored a big win! Thanks so much for sharing!
This looks SO good. I’m going to try it this week!
Thank you! I hope you love it. Let me know how it turns out!
I love Hibachi Chicken, I had come across some at the grocery store. They were in the freezer section and you just popped them in the microwave and for it being frozen microwaable Hibachi Chicken, it was really good. I haven’t been able to find them anywhere anymore. So I was bummed out until I come across your Hibachi Chicken recipe, so glad I did because it was so good and very simple to make. So definitely not bummed out anymore! Thank you!
I’m so glad you found it easy and delicious! Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment!
This was so easy and taste great! will make it again
Sharon – Thanks so much!
I believe this dish (Hibachi Chicken) is going to be a new favorite at our house! Yummy
Lana – You made my day! Thanks for leaving a comment!
Love that this is low-carb
Paula – So glad you enjoyed!
One of my favorites!
Always a favorite. That marinade! The best. Gotta pick me for a winner – my birthday is the last day of the contest!
Thank you so much! Happy early birthday to you!
This looks like a perfect Friday night easy dinner! Definitely love the tip of finishing the chicken in butter – yum!
Gaby – Thank you! I hope you try it!
Love It!!
Can you change the protein used in this recipe? Salmon, shrimp or pork? This looks amazing with chicken and will definitly try it.
Yes! We love hibachi with salmon, shrimp, steak and more!
Delicious and loved by everyone! Throw in a bag of steamed veggies for added bulk!
That’s great! So glad everyone enjoyed!
This looks very delicious. I will be trying very soon. We love Hibachi chicken and it would be great to have a new recipe. Thanks!
Donna – Can’t wait to hear what you think!
I love hibachi chicken. The recipe seems simple and i will be making this soon. Thank you for all the wonderful recipes. I watch you on youtube all the time.
I haven’t had Hibachi chicken in years! I cannot wait, dinner tonight!
Wahoo! So glad you are making it tonight!
Great recipe! Very easy and delicious.
Amy – Thanks so much!
This was not bad! Very kid friendly. It seemed like it was missing *something* and upon reflection, i should have read farther and made some veggies and sauce on the side to have it more like a hibachi grill experience. Suggestion for hibachi rice was a good call. I found a copy cat of panda express which was close enough. Will make this again! Thank you for posting it!
This dish is delicious! Very easy to make, and didn’t take a lot of time to put together! I used chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts, and I also served it with some Fried Rice and Hibachi Vegetables! My sister and I came back for seconds! The next time I need a quick dinner, this will be my automatic go to! Thank you for sharing, Ms. Carrie!
Wow. The aroma and taste clearly reminded us of hibachi chicken. Very delicious and now in our rotation.
Your kind review means a lot—thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Hi,
Can I use salmon instead of chicken in this recipe? It sounds delicious but I don’t eat chicken.
Please advise. Thanks! ??
Roslyn – Yes, you can use salmon instead but make sure to modify the cooking time for a different protein. Let me know how it turns out!
My family is picky and everyone loved this with the easy fried rice. Thank you for both recipes.
Lisa – You’re welcome! Thanks for leaving your feedback.
This HIbachi Chicken is so delicious! I loved how fast it came together which made dinnertime a breeze!
Hello, Do you have a rescipe for the rice shown in the picture? Thank you!
Chris – Yes! This is our fried rice recipe. It’s easy and delicious! I hope you try it out!