Benihana Chicken Fried Rice Recipe

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A savory,restaurant-inspired fried rice loaded with tender chicken, veggies, and theiconic richness of garlic butter. This Benihana Chicken Fried Rice Reciperecreates the teppanyaki feel in your own kitchen, complete with all themouthwatering flavors you love.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Course Main Course

Cuisine Japanese-American

Servings 4 servings

Calories 430 kcal

Equipment

Large wok or nonstick skillet
Spatula or wooden spoon
Cutting board & knife
Measuring cups/spoons
Mixing bowls

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast diced
4 cups cooked white rice day-old, chilled
2 tablespoons vegetable oil divided
2 tablespoons garlic butter softened butter mixed with minced garlic
1 small onion finely chopped
1 cup carrots diced
1 cup peas fresh or frozen
2 eggs lightly beaten
3 –4 tablespoons soy sauce or to taste
1 teaspoon sesame oil optional
Salt & pepper to taste

(Optional) Green onions or scallions for garnish

Instructions

Prep Your Ingredients
o Ensure rice is well-chilled and clump-free.
o Chop chicken and veggies into small, uniform pieces.
Cook Chicken
o Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
o Add diced chicken, season lightly with salt and pepper, and stir-fry until cooked through (about 4–5 minutes or until internal temperature hits 165°F).
o Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
Sauté Veggies
o Add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the pan.
o Stir in chopped onions and carrots. Cook for 2 minutes until the onions begin to soften.
o Add peas and stir for an additional minute.
Cook the Eggs
o Push the veggies to one side of the pan.
o Pour in beaten eggs on the cleared side, scramble until set, then mix with the veggies.
Add Rice & Season
o Stir in cold, cooked rice, breaking apart any clumps.
o Return cooked chicken to the pan.
o Drizzle soy sauce over everything, mixing thoroughly.
o Add sesame oil, if desired.
Incorporate Garlic Butter
o Stir in garlic butter, letting it melt into the rice and veggies for an extra burst of flavor.
o Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve Hot
o Garnish with sliced green onions or sesame seeds.
o Enjoy immediately.

Notes

A freshly cooked Benihana Chicken Fried Rice Recipe, featuring fluffy rice, diced chicken, carrots, and green onions, being stirred in a black pan with a wooden spatula on a marble countertop.

Allergen Alert: This dish contains soy (from soy sauce) and eggs.
Technique Tip: Using chilled, leftover rice is crucial for achieving that perfectly fluffy and non-sticky fried rice texture.

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