Benihana Extra Chicken Side — Price, Calories & Details (2026)
Benihana Extra Chicken side — price, calories, portion details and a copycat hibachi chicken recipe.
What Is Extra Chicken (Side)?
The extra chicken side delivers Benihana’s signature hibachi chicken — juicy, diced chicken breast seared on the teppan with garlic butter, soy sauce and a squeeze of lemon — in a smaller, budget-friendly portion. At around $9.95 it is the cheapest protein add-on on the menu.
It is ideal for big appetites, for splitting between kids, or for turning a fried rice or noodle order into a fuller meal. The chicken is cooked exactly like the full hibachi chicken entree, so there is no flavor compromise.
Extra Chicken (Side) Ingredients
- Chicken breast
- Garlic butter
- Soy sauce
- Lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
Extra Chicken (Side) Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount (per serving) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 260 |
| Total Fat | 12g |
| Saturated Fat | 5g |
| Cholesterol | 110mg |
| Sodium | 720mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2g |
| Sugars | 0g |
| Protein | 32g |
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard restaurant preparation and may vary by location. Ask your local Benihana for their current official nutrition guide.
Copycat Extra Chicken (Side) Recipe (Make It at Home)
Love Extra Chicken (Side) but can’t get to Benihana? This copycat recipe captures the signature flavor at home.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs chicken breast, cut in 1-inch cubes
- 4 tbsp butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Season chicken cubes with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over high heat and melt the butter.
- Sear chicken in a single layer, 3-4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
- Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Splash in soy sauce and lemon juice, tossing to glaze.
- Rest 2 minutes and serve hot.
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Extra Chicken (Side) FAQs
Final Thoughts
The extra chicken side is the value play of the Benihana add-on menu — full hibachi flavor, 32 grams of protein, under ten bucks.