Description

This Teriyaki Chicken Skillet Casserole with Broccoli is a flavorful and convenient one-pan meal combining tender cooked chicken, crisp-tender broccoli, red bell pepper, and scallions in a savory teriyaki sauce. Cooked brown rice is mixed in for a hearty base, and the whole dish is finished in the oven to meld flavors and soften vegetables. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds or sliced almonds, this casserole is perfect for a quick, wholesome weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 tablespoons sesame oil
3 cups bite-size broccoli florets (7 ounces)
1 cup diced red bell pepper
1 cup sliced scallions (about 5)
3 cups sliced cooked chicken
3 cups cooked brown rice

Sauce

1/3 cup low-sodium teriyaki sauce
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cloves garlic, grated

Optional Garnish

Toasted sesame seeds or toasted sliced almonds

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
Heat Sesame Oil: Place a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat and add the sesame oil, heating until shimmering.
Sauté Vegetables: Add broccoli florets, diced red bell pepper, and sliced scallions to the hot skillet. Cook and stir for 3 to 5 minutes until the vegetables have softened slightly but remain crisp-tender.
Prepare Sauce Mixture: In a measuring cup, whisk together the low-sodium teriyaki sauce, water, cornstarch, and freshly grated garlic until smooth and combined.
Add Sauce to Skillet: Pour the sauce mixture over the sautéed vegetables in the skillet and stir well to evenly coat and begin thickening the sauce.
Incorporate Chicken and Rice: Add the sliced cooked chicken and cooked brown rice to the skillet. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly with the sauce and vegetables.
Bake the Casserole: Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld, the sauce to thicken fully, and the vegetables to become tender.
Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds or toasted sliced almonds for an added crunch and nutty flavor if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

You can use cooked chicken from leftovers or rotisserie chicken to save time.
Substitute brown rice with white rice or quinoa for a different texture.
If you prefer spicier flavors, add red pepper flakes to the sauce mixture.
For a gluten-free dish, ensure the teriyaki sauce is certified gluten-free.
Use an ovenproof skillet to avoid transferring ingredients to a baking dish.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Casserole
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Asian