Description
This Teriyaki Chicken Casserole combines tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and melted mozzarella cheese, all baked together in a flavorful teriyaki sauce. A perfect hearty meal that’s easy to prepare and packed with savory goodness, this casserole is great for family dinners or meal prepping!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 cup broccoli florets, steamed
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- ½ cup teriyaki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with olive oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cooked rice, sliced carrots, chopped bell peppers, steamed broccoli, and thawed peas.
- Add the teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder to the bowl. Stir until all the ingredients are evenly coated in the sauce.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the casserole.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can add extra vegetables like zucchini or snap peas for more color and flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Comfort Food, Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
