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Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice: A Comfort Dish That Transports You to Greece

Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice: A Taste of Greece at Home

Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice is a comfort dish that transports you to Greece, featuring tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a creamy tzatziki sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 460
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup long-grain white or brown rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth vegetable broth can be used for a lighter touch
For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs chicken, breasts or thighs breasts are lean, thighs are juicier
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt essential for tzatziki flavor
  • 1 cucumber, grated adds freshness
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced for savory depth
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill or substitute dried dill
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice for acidity

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch casserole dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  2. Spread uncooked rice evenly at the bottom of the casserole dish.
  3. Layer seasoned chicken on top of the rice.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, and lemon juice.
  5. Spoon the tzatziki sauce over the chicken and rice.
  6. Pour chicken broth over the casserole and cover with aluminum foil.
  7. Bake covered in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes, checking for doneness.
  8. Let rest, fluff rice with a fork, and serve, garnished with dill or lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This recipe is customizable; add extra veggies or swap rice for quinoa or cauliflower rice for a healthier option.

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