Craving a delicious meal that’s both simple to prepare and packed with flavor? This teriyaki chicken casserole is your ultimate weeknight dinner solution. Imagine a dish that combines tender, juicy chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a homemade teriyaki sauce that will make your taste buds dance – all prepared in a single baking dish!
Ingredients
- Teriyaki Sauce: 3/4 cup (180ml) low-sodium soy sauce, 1/2 cup (120ml) water, 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, 1/2 tsp minced garlic, 2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water
- Main Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 12 oz (340g) stir-fry vegetables, 3 cups cooked rice
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the Oven Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Create the Teriyaki Sauce
- Combine soy sauce, water, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic in a small pot
- Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 1 minute
- Thicken the Sauce Mix cornstarch with cold water until smooth. Stir into the boiling sauce until thickened. Remove from heat.
- First Baking Stage
- Place chicken in the baking dish
- Scatter vegetables around the chicken
- Pour 1 cup of sauce over everything
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes
- Prepare the Dish
- Remove from oven and carefully uncover
- Shred chicken using two forks
- Add cooked rice and most of the remaining sauce
- Mix thoroughly
- Final Baking
- Return to oven uncovered
- Bake for 10 minutes until heated through
- Serve Let stand for 5 minutes. Drizzle remaining sauce on top before serving.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 464 per serving
Nutrition Highlights
- High in protein
- Balanced with vegetables
- Homemade sauce with controlled ingredients
Pro Tip: Use leftover rice for an even quicker preparation. The dish tastes even better the next day!