Teriyaki Chicken Casserole

This recipe is delicious, that's easy to make, and packed with flavor. Teriyaki chicken casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or anytime you're craving takeout. This casserole also works perfectly for a potluck dinner or to give to someone as a comfort meal.

The teriyaki chicken casserole recipe is made with simple ingredients and comes together in under 30 minutes. The result is a comforting, hearty meal that the whole family will love.

If you want a different spin on Asian flavors, check out this chicken thigh curry casserole too. It's delicious!

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What Do I Serve with Teriyaki Chicken Casserole?

The best part of this recipe is that it really can be an all-in-one dish. It has protein, starch, and vegetable. There is even a little fruit in this mixture for sweetness.

If you want to make the meal stretch a bit further, you can easily serve this with other items. It goes great with something like coconut shrimp or a batch of egg rolls. And if you want more vegetables on the side, this asparagus casserole or healthy broccoli casserole are both great choices.

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Ingredients

¾ cup teriyaki sauce (180ml)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (15ml)
3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into pieces (750g)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (5g)
3 ½ cups cooked rice (700g uncooked)
12 ounces stir-fried vegetable mix (340g)
⅔ cups pineapple chunks (150g)
1 chili pepper, sliced

Note: This is a great time to use a frozen bag of stir fry mixed vegetables. You can, however, add in about 1 ½ to 2 cups total of any vegetables you prefer. Common options include snow peas, broccoli, carrots, water chestnuts, celery, or zucchini.

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Kitchen Tools Used

Rice can be made in a rice cooker or on the stovetop. If you are in a hurry, you can even use pre-cooked packaged rice for this recipe. I would not recommend using Minute Rice for this as it would result in a mushy casserole.

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How to Make a Teriyaki Chicken Casserole

Video Recipe

Start by cooking the rice as you normally would, then pour into a large bowl and set it aside. Then, preheat the oven to 375°F/190°C. Next, you will spray the baking dish with non-stick spray or grease well with butter. I used a 9"x13" baking dish, but a 10" oval pan would work also.

In a large skillet, add the vegetable oil and heat it over medium heat. Add in the chopped chicken, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. Stir while cooking to get all sides cooked evenly.

Once the chicken has been cooked through, add in the seasonings. Fresh ginger and garlic are added, and salt and pepper if desired. Then, stir in the vegetables and pineapple chunks. Stir this and cook for another 5 minutes to heat everything through.

Then, stir in the teriyaki sauce and rice and mix until combined. Make sure everything has combined well so the rice has soaked up the sauce nicely.

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Spread this into a prepared baking dish, and then bake for 10 to 15 minutes until it is heated through.

This is best served with some freshly chopped green onions on top and a sprinkle of sesame seeds or furikake before serving.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Teriyaki Chicken Healthy?

Yes! This dish is packed with protein and veggies, and it's relatively low in calories. Plus, you can easily control the amount of sodium and sugar by making the teriyaki sauce from scratch if you prefer.

Another way to add more nutrition and fiber to this is to use brown rice instead of white. You can also use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs to reduce the fat content if desired.

How Long Do You Bake Teriyaki Chicken For?

You are baking this casserole using cooked chicken so it only needs to bake to heat the casserole through and perhaps add a bit of crispness to the top. This takes between 10 to 15 minutes at this temperature.

What Type of Teriyaki Sauce Should I Use?

You can use a store-bought ready-made teriyaki sauce instead or make the sauce from scratch. I like to use Soy Vay Teriyaki Sauce when it is available because it has such a rich flavor.

If you want to make your own homemade teriyaki sauce, there are many versions to use. Both options are equally delicious in this casserole.

What's in Teriyaki Sauce?

A good teriyaki sauce includes soy sauce, brown sugar, fresh ginger, fresh garlic, honey, sesame oil, and mirin. It may also include a bit of cornstarch to thicken the sauce.

I have also seen teriyaki sauce made with part soy sauce and part tamari. Alternatively, you can use some pineapple juice in place of brown sugar.

How Long is Teriyaki Chicken Good For?

This dish will last in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat it in the microwave or on the stove until hot. You can also freeze it for up to 2 months. Let it thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

If the rice seems too dry when you go to reheat it, you can add a bit of additional broth or sauce while you reheat.

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More Chicken Casseroles

If you need more inspiration on your menu, we have some great ideas below. This list is all about chicken thighs, just like the recipe above. An affordable and flavorful protein, chicken thighs are always popular. Make sure you take a moment to check these out and bookmark the ones you love. You can also print out the recipes or add the videos to your watch list on YouTube to have handy when you are ready to cook!

Yield: 6

Teriyaki Chicken Casserole

This teriyaki chicken casserole has it all! Tasty chicken thighs, delicious sweet and salty sauce, rice, and tons of vegetables in every bite!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

¾ cup teriyaki sauce (180ml)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (15ml)
3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into pieces (750g)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (5g)
3 ½ cups cooked rice (700g uncooked)
12 ounces stir-fried vegetable mix (340g)
⅔ cups pineapple slices (150g)
1 chili pepper, sliced

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F/190°C and spray a 9"x13" baking dish with non-stick spray.
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat and add in the chopped chicken. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring regularly until the chicken is cooked through.
Once the chicken is cooked, add the fresh ginger and garlic and mix them together. Then, stir in the vegetables and pineapples. Stir, and cook for 5 minutes.
To this mixture, stir in the teriyaki sauce.
Then add the rice and stir to combine.
Spread the rice and chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 10 to 15 minutes.