Description
A simple and flavorful Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice recipe combining tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a fresh homemade tzatziki sauce baked together for a delicious one-dish meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Rice
- 1.5 lbs Chicken breasts or thighs
- 3 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup Rice (not specified but typically long-grain white rice)
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 Cucumber, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Fresh dill
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a casserole dish to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Rice and Chicken: Spread the rice evenly in the bottom of the casserole dish, then place the chicken breasts or thighs on top. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Make Tzatziki Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, and lemon juice, mixing thoroughly to create the tzatziki sauce.
- Assemble Dish: Spoon the tzatziki sauce evenly over the chicken, then pour the chicken broth over everything. Cover the casserole dish tightly with foil.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the rice is fluffy.
Notes
- For a healthier version, use brown rice to increase dietary fiber.
- Add sliced zucchini or other vegetables to the casserole for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Ensure the casserole dish is well covered with foil to trap moisture during baking, which helps cook the rice and keep the chicken tender.
- Use chicken thighs for juicier meat or breasts for leaner protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
