Description

This Teriyaki Chicken & Stir Fry Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that combines tender diced chicken, savory teriyaki sauce, nutritious mixed vegetables, and quick-cooking instant rice. Perfectly cooked on the stovetop and then baked in the oven, this casserole offers a comforting blend of flavors and textures, making it a quick weeknight dinner or a family-friendly meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Marinade

1 pound raw diced chicken
½ cup teriyaki sauce (for marinating)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste

Rice and Vegetables

2 cups instant rice
3 cups frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, broccoli mix)
½ cup teriyaki sauce (for mixing)

Cooking Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Optional Garnish

Sesame seeds
Sliced green onions

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking the casserole later.
Prepare the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken with ½ cup teriyaki sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss well and let the mixture marinate for about 5 minutes to infuse flavor.
Cook the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the chicken is mostly cooked through, ensuring it’s tender and juicy.
Prepare the Rice: While the chicken cooks, prepare the instant rice according to the package instructions—typically boiling water, adding the rice, then covering and letting it sit for 5 minutes until fluffy.
Combine Ingredients: In a large casserole dish, mix the cooked chicken, prepared instant rice, frozen mixed vegetables, and the remaining ½ cup of teriyaki sauce. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
Bake: Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake it in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes. This step warms the vegetables and melds the flavors.
Garnish and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven, then optionally sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for an added fresh crunch and nutty flavor before serving.

Notes

You can swap frozen mixed vegetables with fresh ones; just adjust baking time accordingly.
For a spicier twist, add a pinch of chili flakes to the marinade.
Make sure not to overcook the chicken in the skillet as it will finish cooking in the oven.
This casserole can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking.
Use low-sodium teriyaki sauce to reduce sodium intake if desired.