Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki for Effortless Dinner Bliss

Enjoy a delicious Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki for a quick and satisfying dinner. Perfect for busy nights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 10

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Quick Meals

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs Perfectly tender

For the Rice

1 cup brown rice or jasmine rice Adjust cooking times if using brown rice

For the Tzatziki Sauce

1 cup store-bought tzatziki or Greek yogurt Can be homemade with yogurt, lemon, garlic powder, and dill

For the Broth

2 cups chicken broth Add more for brown rice

For Fresh Herbs

2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley Enhances flavor and freshness

For Optional Cheese

1/2 cup feta cheese Can be omitted for a dairy-free option

Equipment

9x13-inch Baking Dish
Oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
Layer uncooked rice evenly across the bottom of the baking dish. Pour chicken broth over the rice ensuring it covers all of it.
Place chicken pieces directly on top of the rice.
Spread tzatziki sauce generously over the chicken and rice mixture, ensuring even coverage.
Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked (165°F) and rice is fluffy.
Let the dish rest for 5–10 minutes before garnishing with fresh herbs and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your choice of rice and tzatziki sauce. This dish is great for meal prep and can be refrigerated or frozen for later use.

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