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Dump And Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice

Savor Dump And Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice in One Pan Today

Discover the effortless delight of Dump And Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice, a quick, customizable, and flavorful one-pan meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 2 cups Long Grain White Rice You can substitute with jasmine or basmati rice.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Use water as an alternative.
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Chicken thighs can be used for added richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Drizzle over chicken before baking.
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Vegan yogurt can be a great alternative.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Substitute with zucchini or bell pepper if out of season.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for more flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dill Fresh or dried.
  • 1 tablespoon Oregano Fresh or dried.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Spread the uncooked rice evenly across the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. Pour the chicken broth over the rice, ensuring it's evenly distributed without stirring.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, grated cucumber, lemon juice, dill, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
  5. Pat the chicken breasts dry, drizzle olive oil over them, and place atop the rice.
  6. Spread the tzatziki sauce generously over the chicken breasts.
  7. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 50-60 minutes.
  8. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze portions for up to 2 months.

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