Sticky Teriyaki Chicken & Rice Bake
An Easy One-Pan Dinner Loaded with Sweet, Savory Flavor
If you’re looking for a dinner that’s comforting, incredibly flavorful, and practically effortless, this Sticky Teriyaki Chicken & Rice Bake deserves a spot on your weekly menu. Tender bites of juicy chicken bake alongside perfectly seasoned rice, soaking up every drop of a rich homemade teriyaki sauce. As everything cooks together, the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze while the chicken develops beautifully caramelized edges that are impossible to resist.
This is one of those cozy family meals that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen, yet it comes together with just a few simple ingredients and one baking dish. The rice absorbs all the savory goodness, making every forkful packed with flavor. Serve it with steamed broccoli, snap peas, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
– 2 lbs (900 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1½ cups uncooked long-grain jasmine rice
– 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
– 1 cup teriyaki sauce
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
– 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 2 green onions, sliced
– 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
– Cooking spray or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine the teriyaki sauce, chicken broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, honey (if using), and black pepper.
3. Stir the uncooked rice into the baking dish, then pour in the sauce mixture and mix well.
4. Arrange the chicken pieces evenly over the rice, making sure they’re lightly coated with the sauce.
5. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
6. Remove the foil, gently stir the rice, and return the dish to the oven uncovered for 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the rice is tender.
7. If you’d like extra caramelization, broil for 2–3 minutes until the chicken edges become lightly browned.
8. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
9. Sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Tips
– Add broccoli florets, carrots, peas, or bell peppers during the last 20 minutes of baking for a complete one-pan meal.
– Chicken thighs stay especially juicy, but chicken breasts work just as well.
– Leftovers reheat beautifully and make an excellent lunch the next day.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60–65 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6
