Oven-Baked Teriyaki Chicken with Fluffy Rice

Oven-Baked Teriyaki Chicken with Fluffy Rice

ByVerj Recipes

This is the kind of dinner that feels like you’ve got your life together… even if you’re wearing comfy socks and reheating leftovers tomorrow.  Teriyaki chicken and rice bake is warm, cozy, and wonderfully low-effort — the kind of meal you toss together when you want something hearty and satisfying without standing at the stove all night.

Oven-Baked Teriyaki Chicken with Fluffy Rice

You get fluffy rice, tender chicken, bright pops of broccoli and peas, and that sweet-savory teriyaki sauce that smells incredible as it bakes. The best part? The top gets just a little sticky and caramelized in the oven — that “oops I’m going back for seconds” kind of delicious.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, cubed or shredded

  • 1 cup broccoli florets, blanched

  • 1/2 cup frozen green peas, thawed

  • 1/3 cup green onions, sliced

  • 1 1/2 cups teriyaki sauce (store-bought or homemade)

  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Non-stick cooking spray or a bit of oil (for greasing the dish)

Instructions

Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or a little oil. Nothing fancy — just enough so it won’t stick later.

Grab a large bowl and add your cooked rice, chicken, broccoli, peas, and green onions. Give it a gentle toss so everything is evenly mixed. Taste and add a little salt and pepper if you feel it needs it (some teriyaki sauces are salty already, so go easy).

Scoop the mixture into your prepared baking dish and spread it out into an even layer. It should look colorful and cozy already.

Now pour the teriyaki sauce over the top. Use a spoon or spatula to nudge it around so it seeps into the corners and coats everything. This is where the magic starts.

Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for 10 more minutes. That last stretch helps the sauce thicken a bit and get slightly caramelized on top — you might even hear a tiny sizzle around the edges.

Let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving. It’ll settle and scoop more neatly (plus, it’s molten-hot right out of the oven).

Presentation

For that “wow, this looks like a real meal” moment, sprinkle sesame seeds over the top and add a handful of extra green onions right before serving. The contrast looks beautiful, and the fresh oniony bite really wakes everything up.

Serve it straight from the dish for a family-style, cozy vibe. If you want to round it out, a simple cucumber salad or some sliced avocado on the side is so good with the teriyaki flavor.

Nutritional Information:

  • ⏰ Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

  • 🔥 Kcal: 430 kcal per serving | 🍽️ Servings: 6 servings

Conclusion

This teriyaki chicken and rice bake is the kind of recipe you’ll want to keep in your back pocket — easy, comforting, and packed with flavor in every bite. It’s perfect for busy nights, meal prep, or when you just want dinner to feel warm and satisfying without a lot of work. If you’ve got cooked rice and chicken already, you’re basically halfway there… so honestly, you should try it soon.

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