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Air fryer hibachi meal prep, chicken, vegetables, and fried rice in meal prep containers

Air Fryer Hibachi Meal Prep: The Best 30-Minute Recipe Ever

Air fryer hibachi meal prep is my favorite way to make delicious and healthy meals, especially on busy weeknights when time is limited. This method makes it easy to cook flavorful dishes quickly, without sacrificing nutrition or taste.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 plates of hibachi chicken meal

Ingredients

For the Chicken Hibachi:

  • 1 lb chicken breasts, cubed into bite-sized pieces

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger

For the Hibachi Vegetables:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 sweet onion, sliced

  • 1 medium zucchini, chopped

  • 1 cup mushrooms, halved

  • 2 cups carrots, sliced

  • 2 green onions, sliced

  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds

For the Mustard Sauce:

  • ⅔ cup mayonnaise

  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon honey

  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar

  • Splash of sriracha

For the Fried Rice:

 

  • 1 tablespoon salted butter

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 2 cups cooked white rice

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • Dash of salt

  • Dash of black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken:
    In a large bowl, mix sesame oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, and ground ginger. Add cubed chicken and stir to coat evenly.

  2. Cook the Chicken in Air Fryer:
    Place coated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 380°F (193°C) for 15–20 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes, until fully cooked and golden brown.

  3. Prepare the Mustard Dipping Sauce:
    In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and a splash of sriracha. Mix well and set aside.

  4. Cook the Vegetables:
    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, soy sauce, garlic, onion, zucchini, mushrooms, and carrots. Sauté for 5–10 minutes until veggies are tender but still slightly firm. Stir in green onions and sesame seeds. Remove from heat.

  5. Make Fried Rice:
    In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté for 15–20 seconds. Add cooked rice, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir-fry until rice is fully heated through.

  6. Serve:
    Plate the air-fried chicken, sautéed vegetables, and fried rice. Serve with the mustard dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy!

Notes

  • You can swap the vegetables based on what you have—broccoli and bell peppers work great too.

  • Want a spicier version? Add more sriracha or chili flakes to the mustard sauce.

 

  • Serve with yum-yum sauce for an extra flavor boost.

  • Author: Amanda
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Japanese-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 314 kcal
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 1299mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0.01g
  • Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 48mg

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