Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice
A flavorful and easy-to-make one-pan dinner that combines juicy chicken, fluffy rice, and refreshing tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup Rice Long-grain rice like basmati or jasmine works best.
- 1.5 lbs Chicken breasts or thighs Use your preferred choice.
- 3 cups Chicken broth Used for cooking the rice.
Tzatziki sauce ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt Adds creaminess to the dish.
- 1 grated Cucumber For freshness and crunch.
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced Enhances flavor.
- 2 tbsp Fresh dill Fresh herbs provide a burst of taste.
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice Adds a tangy flavor.
- Salt and pepper, to taste For seasoning.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a casserole dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Spread the rice evenly across the bottom of the greased casserole dish.
- Lay the chicken (either breasts or thighs) over the rice, evenly spaced, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, and lemon juice to make the tzatziki sauce.
- Spoon the tzatziki sauce generously over the chicken.
- Pour chicken broth over everything in the casserole dish.
- Cover the dish tightly with foil.
Baking
- Bake for 45 to 50 minutes.
- Once baking time is up, carefully remove the foil and stir the dish to mix the tzatziki and rice together.
Serving
- Serve hot, optionally garnishing with extra dill or slices of cucumber.
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Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator. You can freeze for up to 2-3 months. Consider adding vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrients.