This Hibachi Chicken Fried Rice is packed with savory chicken, buttery rice, eggs, and veggies, all tossed together with that signature hibachi flavor. It’s quick, satisfying, and perfect for a weeknight meal.
⏱️ Time & Servings
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: ~30 minutes
- Servings: 3–4
🛒 Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked rice (preferably cold, day-old)
- 1 cup cooked chicken (diced)
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 2 tablespoons butter
Sauce & Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Optional:
- 2 tablespoons green onions (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (for extra flavor)
🍳 Preparation Steps
1. Prep Ingredients
- Use cold rice (prevents mushy texture)
- Cut chicken into small bite-sized pieces
2. Cook Eggs
- Heat a pan or wok
- Scramble eggs and set aside
3. Sauté Garlic & Chicken
- Melt butter in pan
- Add garlic and cook until fragrant
- Add chicken and heat through
4. Add Vegetables
- Toss in mixed veggies
- Cook for 2–3 minutes
5. Add Rice
- Add cooked rice
- Break up any clumps
- Stir-fry on high heat
6. Add Sauce
- Pour soy sauce and sesame oil
- Add black pepper and salt
- Mix everything well
7. Combine & Finish
- Add scrambled eggs back in
- Toss everything together
- Garnish with green onions
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Serve hot with:
- Yum Yum sauce 🥣
- Hibachi vegetables 🥦
- Teriyaki chicken or shrimp
🔥 Tips for Authentic Flavor
- Use day-old rice for best texture
- Cook on high heat for that “fried” taste
- Butter gives it that hibachi-style richness
- Don’t overcrowd the pan
🌟 Variations
1. Shrimp Hibachi Fried Rice
Replace chicken with shrimp.
2. Spicy Version
Add chili sauce or sriracha.
3. Low-Carb
Use cauliflower rice.
4. Extra Protein
Add more eggs or tofu.
🥗 Nutritional Info (Approx.)
- Calories: 350–450 per serving
- Protein: High
- Carbs: Moderate
- Fat: Medium
💡 Final Thoughts
Hibachi Chicken Fried Rice is one of the easiest ways to bring restaurant-style flavor into your kitchen. It’s quick, customizable, and always a crowd favorite.