Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki with Rice Recipe
This Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki with Rice is a flavorful and easy one-dish meal that requires minimal prep and cleanup. Tender chicken breasts are baked with aromatic rice and a creamy tzatziki sauce, creating a delicious Mediterranean-inspired dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Rice:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, mix together yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish and cover them with the yogurt mixture.
- Make the Rice: In a separate bowl, combine rice, chicken broth, cucumber, dill, salt, and pepper. Pour the rice mixture around the chicken in the baking dish.
- Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
- Serve: Let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki with Rice!
Notes
- You can customize this dish by adding olives, cherry tomatoes, or feta cheese to the rice mixture.
- Make sure to check the chicken for doneness with a meat thermometer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
