Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki with Rice Recipe. This dish combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and refreshing tzatziki sauce, all baked together in one convenient dish. Perfect for busy weeknights, it allows you to enjoy a nutritious meal without the hassle of multiple pots and pans. With its creamy yogurt base and zesty herbs, this recipe is not only delicious but also family-friendly, making it a hit at dinner tables or casual gatherings. Ready in under an hour, this comforting casserole is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup grated cucumber
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried dill (or 2 teaspoons fresh dill, chopped)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In the dish, combine uncooked rice, chicken broth, olive oil, garlic, dill, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange chicken pieces over the rice mixture.
- In a bowl, whisk Greek yogurt with grated cucumber and lemon juice until smooth.
- Pour tzatziki sauce over the chicken and rice.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 35-40 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove foil; add feta cheese if desired and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole (approximately 290g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg