Authentic Hibachi Chicken with Savory Garlic Butter – Better Than Takeout
Craving the delicious flavors of hibachi chicken but don’t want to leave home? This Authentic Hibachi Chicken with Savory Garlic Butter is the perfect solution. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve mastered the trick to getting that restaurant-quality taste at home. The crispy, golden chicken is coated in a rich, savory garlic butter sauce that’s irresistible. Keep reading for my best tips, or jump straight to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Velvety Cream Tart Laurea for a Night of Romance and Best Spanish Rice Recipe.
Why This Authentic Hibachi Chicken with Savory Garlic Butter – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Better than takeout, saving you money and time
- Packed with umami flavor, just like your favorite restaurant
- Customizable with your favorite vegetables
What You'll Need for Authentic Hibachi Chicken with Savory Garlic Butter – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- butter
- garlic
- soy sauce
- brown sugar
- ginger
- cornstarch
- salt
- black pepper
- red pepper flakes
- sesame oil
- Optional: green onions
- Optional: sesame seeds
- Optional: toasted pine nuts
📝 Ingredient Notes
- chicken breasts: You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for this recipe.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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How to Make Authentic Hibachi Chicken with Savory Garlic Butter – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare the chicken: Slice chicken breasts into thin strips, season with salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce. Set aside.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the vegetables: In the same skillet, add more oil if needed. Add your favorite vegetables (like bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms) and cook until tender-crisp.
- Add the sauce: Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet. Cook until the sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine and serve: Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet. Toss to coat in the sauce. Serve over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Authentic Hibachi Chicken with Savory Garlic Butter – Better Than Takeout
- : For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the soy sauce mixture for up to 24 hours before cooking.
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid overcooking the chicken by using a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- : For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce or serve with Sriracha on the side.
Storing & Reheating Authentic Hibachi Chicken with Savory Garlic Butter – Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The chicken can be cooked and the sauce prepared up to 1 day ahead. Store separately in the fridge.
Freezing Authentic Hibachi Chicken with Savory Garlic Butter – Better Than Takeout
Freeze cooked chicken and sauce separately for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a one-pan meal, cook the rice or noodles in the same skillet before cooking the chicken and vegetables.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a more flavorful dish.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the chicken and sauce up to 1 day ahead. Reheat together in the skillet before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little water or chicken broth.
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Authentic Hibachi Chicken with Savory Garlic Butter – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- butter
- garlic
- soy sauce
- brown sugar
- ginger
- cornstarch
Seasonings
- salt
- black pepper
- red pepper flakes
- sesame oil
Optional Toppings
- green onions
- sesame seeds
- toasted pine nuts
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Slice chicken breasts into thin strips, season with salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce. Set aside.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the vegetables: In the same skillet, add more oil if needed. Add your favorite vegetables (like bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms) and cook until tender-crisp.
- Add the sauce: Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet. Cook until the sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine and serve: Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet. Toss to coat in the sauce. Serve over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a one-pan meal, cook the rice or noodles in the same skillet before cooking the chicken and vegetables.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a more flavorful dish.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the chicken and sauce up to 1 day ahead. Reheat together in the skillet before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the sauce is too thick, thin it out with a little water or chicken broth.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken and sauce separately for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Make ahead: The chicken can be cooked and the sauce prepared up to 1 day ahead. Store separately in the fridge.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1800mg
- Cholesterol: 95mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Authentic Hibachi Chicken with Savory Garlic Butter – Better Than Takeout FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the chicken and sauce up to 1 day ahead. Reheat together in the skillet before serving.
Overcooking is the most common reason for dry chicken. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) but not more.
Yes, cook the chicken in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, then finish cooking in the skillet with the sauce.
Coconut aminos or tamari can be used as a 1:1 substitute for soy sauce in this recipe.
This recipe uses lean chicken breast and a balance of vegetables, making it a healthier option than traditional takeout. However, it still contains sodium and fat from the sauce and oil.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Authentic Hibachi Chicken with Savory Garlic Butter – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
