Family Favorite Teriyaki Chicken (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Teriyaki Sauce

01 - 3/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
02 - 1/2 cup water
03 - 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
04 - 1 tablespoon honey
05 - 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
06 - 1 teaspoon olive oil
07 - 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

→ Cornstarch Slurry

08 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
09 - 2 tablespoons water

→ Main Ingredients

10 - 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
11 - 32 oz frozen mixed vegetables (Asian varieties, unsauced)
12 - 1 cup pineapple tidbits, drained (packed in juice)
13 - 3 cups cooked brown rice

# Instructions:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, 1/2 cup water, brown sugar, honey, ginger, olive oil, and garlic. Stir until sugar dissolves. Cover, heat over medium, and bring to a boil.
02 - In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Gradually add slurry to boiling sauce, stirring constantly, and cook until thickened. Set aside.
03 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place chicken breasts in a 9×13-inch casserole dish. Pour 1 cup of the teriyaki sauce over chicken, coating evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Shred chicken into bite-sized pieces in the dish.
04 - While chicken bakes, steam or cook frozen vegetables as per package instructions. Prepare brown rice according to package directions.
05 - Add shredded chicken, cooked vegetables, pineapple, and brown rice to the casserole dish. Pour most of the remaining teriyaki sauce, reserving a bit for final drizzle. Stir to combine. Bake assembled casserole for 15 minutes at 350°F, until heated through. Drizzle with remaining teriyaki sauce before serving.

# Notes:

01 - For extra flavor, garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds before serving
02 - This hearty, one-pan dish is bursting with Asian-inspired flavors, perfect for a comforting family meal