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Deliciously Easy Hibachi Chicken Fried Rice

Comforting hibachi-style chicken fried rice featuring juicy marinated chicken thighs, a savory-sweet glaze, and fluffy stir-fried rice—perfect for a quick and flavorful meal any day of the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese-Inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken thighs cut into pieces
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp butter for cooking chicken
For the Sauce
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp water
For the Fried Rice
  • 3 cups cooked white rice chilled, day-old preferred
  • 2 tbsp butter for scrambling eggs and frying rice
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 3 stalks green onions sliced
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Small bowl
  • Spatula or Spoon

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Marinate the chicken pieces with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well coated.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes until browned and caramelized on the edges. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and water. Pour this sauce into the skillet with chicken and cook for a few minutes until the chicken is coated with a light glaze.
  4. Step 4: In a separate skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Scramble the beaten eggs until just cooked, then add chilled rice. Stir-fry together, adding soy sauce and sesame oil. Cook until rice is hot, slightly browned, and fluffy.
  5. Step 5: Toss in sliced green onions and season fried rice with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Step 6: Plate the fried rice and top generously with the glazed hibachi chicken. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use day-old rice for best texture. Substitute chicken thighs with breasts if preferred. Add vegetables like carrots, peas, or bell peppers for more color and nutrients. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Reheat with a splash of water to keep rice moist.