Description
Comfort meets Asian-inspired flavors in this teriyaki chicken casserole, blending savory chicken with sweet and tangy sauce over fluffy rice. Home cooks can enjoy a simple one-pan meal that delivers maximum satisfaction with minimal kitchen effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
Vegetables:
- 1 cup (150 grams) broccoli florets
- 1 cup (150 grams) bell peppers, chopped
- 1 cup (130 grams) carrots, sliced
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) green onions, chopped
Sauce and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 cups (370 grams) cooked rice
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Warm the kitchen oven to 375°F, creating an ideal cooking environment for the teriyaki chicken casserole.
- Heat olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium temperature, carefully adding diced chicken seasoned with aromatic garlic and ginger powders, plus salt and pepper. Sauté until the chicken transforms from pink to a golden, fully cooked state.
- Introduce broccoli florets, vibrant bell peppers, and crisp carrot pieces into the skillet, gently cooking until vegetables reach a tender-crisp texture while maintaining their bright colors and nutritional integrity.
- In a large mixing vessel, combine the expertly cooked rice, seasoned chicken, and colorful vegetable medley. Drizzle teriyaki sauce generously, thoroughly coating each ingredient to ensure maximum flavor distribution.
- Transfer the harmonious mixture into a prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to create a uniform layer of deliciousness. Scatter mozzarella cheese across the surface, allowing it to create a tempting golden blanket.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven, allowing it to bake for approximately 20-25 minutes. Watch for the cheese to melt into a bubbling, appetizing golden-brown topping.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest momentarily before serving, allowing flavors to settle and ensuring a perfect dining experience.
Notes
- Tenderize chicken by marinating in teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes before cooking to enhance flavor absorption and meat softness.
- Swap white rice with brown rice or quinoa for added nutritional value and a healthier whole-grain alternative.
- Customize vegetable mix by adding zucchini, snap peas, or mushrooms to increase nutrient diversity and accommodate personal preferences.
- Reduce cheese quantity or use low-fat mozzarella for a lighter version that still maintains creamy texture and delicious taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg