Description
Chicken Teriyaki Casserole is a comforting, flavor-packed dish made with tender shredded chicken, fluffy rice, colorful vegetables, and a rich homemade teriyaki sauce. Baked until warm and perfectly blended, it is a hearty and satisfying all-in-one meal.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
1 ½ cups broccoli florets
1 cup shredded carrots
½ cup sliced bell peppers
½ cup frozen peas (optional)
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp grated ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water
Sesame seeds and chopped scallions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a casserole dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water. Stir the mixture into the saucepan and cook until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rice, shredded chicken, broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, and peas.
- Pour the warm teriyaki sauce over the mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, or until heated through and vegetables are tender.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions before serving, if desired.
Notes
Swap chicken with cooked turkey or tofu for a different protein option.
Add water chestnuts for extra crunch or stir in sriracha for heat.
Use tamari or certified gluten-free soy sauce to make the dish gluten-free.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freeze portions for up to 2 months and thaw overnight before reheating.
Add a splash of water when reheating to keep the rice moist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg