Name: Easy Dump And Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 cups Long Grain White Rice Jasmine or basmati rice are great alternatives; 4 cups Chicken Broth Or water for a less savory option; 2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Skinless thighs are a tasty substitute; 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Drizzled on chicken for a golden crust; 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor; 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential for flavor; 1 cup Greek Yogurt Or dairy-free yogurt for a lighter option; 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic infuses robust flavor; 1 cup Grated Cucumber Squeeze out excess moisture; 2 tablespoons Dill Fresh preferred over dried; 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Brightens the sauce; 1 teaspoon Oregano Can mix up with Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon Paprika Enhances flavor profile

Easy Dump And Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice Recipe

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This Dump And Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice recipe offers a simple one pan meal with tender chicken, creamy tzatziki sauce, and fluffy rice baked perfectly for a hassle-free Mediterranean dinner.

Author: Julia Royale
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

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2 cups Long Grain White Rice Jasmine or basmati rice are great alternatives
4 cups Chicken Broth Or water for a less savory option
2 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Skinless thighs are a tasty substitute
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Drizzled on chicken for a golden crust
1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor
1 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential for flavor
1 cup Greek Yogurt Or dairy-free yogurt for a lighter option
2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic infuses robust flavor
1 cup Grated Cucumber Squeeze out excess moisture
2 tablespoons Dill Fresh preferred over dried
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Brightens the sauce
1 teaspoon Oregano Can mix up with Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon Paprika Enhances flavor profile

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Instructions

Heat your oven to 375°F 190°C.
Evenly place the uncooked rice in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Carefully pour the chicken broth or water on top of the rice without mixing it in.
In a separate bowl, blend the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, grated cucumber, dill, lemon juice, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
Dry the chicken breasts with a paper towel, drizzle with olive oil, and set them atop the rice layer.
Generously coat each chicken breast with the prepared tzatziki sauce.
Cover the dish tightly using foil and bake for 50 to 60 minutes.
Once baked, let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve with extra fresh dill or parsley and lemon wedges to garnish.

Notes

For crisp tops, broil 2–3 minutes at the end

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g + 10g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 100mg

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