Name: Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs Chicken breasts or thighs; 3 cups Chicken broth; 1.5 cups Rice (not listed but implied for the rice base); Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup Greek yogurt; 1 Cucumber, grated; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 2 tbsp Fresh dill, chopped; 2 tbsp Lemon juice

Description

Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice is a comforting and easy one-dish meal featuring tender baked chicken breasts or thighs nestled over fluffy rice, all topped with a refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce made from Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill, and lemon juice. This recipe requires minimal prep and bakes all together for a flavorful, satisfying dinner perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Rice

1.5 lbs Chicken breasts or thighs
3 cups Chicken broth
1.5 cups Rice (not listed but implied for the rice base)
Salt and pepper to taste

Tzatziki Sauce

1 cup Greek yogurt
1 Cucumber, grated
2 cloves Garlic, minced
2 tbsp Fresh dill, chopped
2 tbsp Lemon juice

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Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease a casserole dish generously with oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Assemble Rice and Chicken. Spread the rice evenly over the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Place the chicken breasts or thighs on top of the rice. Season everything with salt and pepper to your preference.
Make Tzatziki Sauce. In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, and lemon juice. Stir well to incorporate all ingredients into a creamy and flavorful sauce.
Top and Add Broth. Spoon the tzatziki sauce evenly over the chicken pieces in the casserole. Pour the chicken broth slowly over the entire dish to ensure the rice and chicken cook evenly and stay moist.
Cover and Bake. Cover the casserole dish tightly with foil to trap steam and bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes. Bake until the chicken is fully cooked through and the rice has absorbed the broth, becoming tender and fluffy.

Notes

You can substitute brown rice to increase fiber content, but baking time may need to be adjusted slightly.
Add diced zucchini or other vegetables to the rice for extra nutrients and flavor.
If chicken thighs are used, opt for boneless for easier eating and quicker cooking.
Make sure to cover the dish tightly with foil to prevent the rice from drying out during baking.
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes after baking before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 700 mg
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 40 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 45 g
Cholesterol: 90 mg