Description
Hearty Teriyaki Chicken Casserole delivers a delightful fusion of Japanese-inspired flavors in one comforting dish. Savory chicken, sweet teriyaki sauce, and tender vegetables combine for a satisfying meal that will transport dinner tables straight to culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables and Rice:
- 1 bag (12 ounces / 340 grams) stir-fry vegetables (broccoli, carrots, snow peas, etc.)
- 3 cups cooked brown or white rice
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 3/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350° F and coating a 9×13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
- Create the teriyaki sauce by combining soy sauce, water, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then simmer uncovered for one minute.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk corn starch with water until smooth. Pour this slurry into the boiling sauce, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Arrange chicken breasts in the prepared baking pan, surrounding them with mixed vegetables. Generously coat the chicken and vegetables with one cup of the teriyaki sauce.
- Cover the pan with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
- Remove the pan from the oven and carefully uncover. Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the baking dish.
- Incorporate cooked rice into the pan, mixing with the shredded chicken and vegetables. Pour most of the remaining sauce over the mixture, gently tossing to ensure even distribution.
- Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes to heat through completely.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven. Drizzle with reserved sauce before serving.
Notes
- Choose low-sodium soy sauce to control salt intake and create a healthier version of the dish.
- Fresh ginger and garlic provide more robust flavor compared to pre-minced or powdered alternatives.
- Use brown rice or quinoa for added nutrition and a wholesome grain base instead of white rice.
- For gluten-free requirements, select tamari sauce instead of traditional soy sauce and verify corn starch is certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg