Description
This comforting Teriyaki Chicken Casserole combines tender diced chicken, flavorful teriyaki sauce, cooked rice, and mixed vegetables baked together for a delicious and easy weeknight meal. The rich, savory sauce is made from soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar, simmered to perfection before mixing with all the ingredients and baking until hot and bubbly.
Ingredients
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Teriyaki Sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ cup brown sugar
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup white rice, cooked
- 1 package frozen stir-fry mixed vegetables, prepared
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Make Teriyaki Sauce: In a skillet over medium-low heat, combine water, soy sauce, minced garlic, ground ginger, and brown sugar. Let the mixture simmer gently for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly into a glossy teriyaki sauce.
- Combine Ingredients: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the diced cooked chicken, cooked white rice, and the prepared frozen stir-fry mixed vegetables. Mix everything thoroughly to ensure the sauce is evenly coating all components.
- Bake: Transfer the combined mixture into the greased baking dish. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and bubbly around the edges.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly cooked chicken such as roasted or poached chicken breasts.
- Frozen stir-fry vegetables can be steamed or microwaved prior to combining with the sauce to avoid excess moisture in the casserole.
- Feel free to substitute brown rice for a nuttier flavor and added fiber.
- Adjust the amount of sugar or soy sauce to your taste preference, especially if you prefer it less salty or sweeter.
- This casserole can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking; add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking from chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-American
