Benihana Chicken Fried Rice
Craving restaurant-style fried rice at home? This easy Benihana chicken fried rice recipe delivers bold flavors, tender chicken, and fluffy eggs in every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, it’s your go-to hibachi fried rice recipe, no teppanyaki grill required!
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice cold, day-old rice is best
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil or safflower or vegetable oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups cooked chicken cubed
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 green onions sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add cooked chicken and black pepper. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Push the mixture to one side of the skillet. Pour beaten eggs into the other side and scramble until just set.
- Add cold, cooked rice and frozen mixed vegetables. Stir everything together and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Drizzle soy sauce and toasted sesame oil over the rice. Stir well to combine.
- Add butter and stir until melted and evenly distributed.
- Garnish with sliced green onions if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
For best results, use day-old rice to prevent mushiness. Customize by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins.
