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Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice

Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice for Effortless Comfort

Experience the comforting flavors of Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and creamy tzatziki sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice and Chicken
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice Or brown rice for a fiber boost.
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts or Thighs Thighs are juicier.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Or vegetable broth for a lighter option.
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Low-fat option available.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Grated for texture.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Or parsley as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh for best taste.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • casserole dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large casserole dish.
  2. Spread an even layer of uncooked long-grain white rice across the bottom of the greased casserole dish.
  3. Place your seasoned chicken breasts or thighs directly on top of the rice, lightly season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, and lemon juice. Stir until well-blended.
  5. Spoon the tzatziki sauce over the chicken and rice layers in the casserole dish, then pour chicken broth evenly over it.
  6. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 to 50 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and allow it to rest for a few moments before serving warm, garnished if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the dish to rest for a few minutes after baking for better flavor melding.

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