Description
This Air Fryer Hibachi Chicken & Vegetables recipe brings your favorite Japanese steakhouse flavors right to your kitchen — in under 30 minutes! Juicy chicken, tender zucchini, yellow squash, and mushrooms are tossed in a savory soy-garlic sauce with a hint of sesame oil and air-fried to perfection. A healthy, high-protein meal that’s easy enough for busy weeknights and delicious enough to impress!
Ingredients
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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1 zucchini, thinly sliced and quartered
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1 yellow squash, thinly sliced and quartered
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1 cup white button mushrooms, quartered
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1½ tablespoons olive oil (or other mild cooking oil)
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2 tablespoons soy sauce (adjust to taste)
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
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1 teaspoon minced garlic
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.
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Prepare the marinade:
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In a large bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Add ingredients:
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Toss chicken pieces and chopped vegetables in the sauce until fully coated. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes (optional for extra flavor).
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Air fry:
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Place chicken and vegetables in the air fryer basket in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary).
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Air fry for 10–12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, or until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender with crispy edges.
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Serve:
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Serve hot with rice or noodles and optional yum yum sauce on the side.
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Notes
Add a drizzle of teriyaki or sriracha for extra flavor.
Want it saucier? Serve with extra soy or a homemade hibachi-style sauce.
Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket — cook in batches if needed for even browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese-American