Description
Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki with Rice is an easy, one-pan Mediterranean dinner loaded with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and creamy tzatziki sauce. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this healthy, kid-friendly, and freezer-friendly recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or effortless meal prep.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup long-grain white rice or basmati rice (uncooked)
2 cups chicken broth or water
1 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional garnishes:
Diced cucumbers
Fresh parsley
Lemon wedges
Instructions
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Spread uncooked rice evenly in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Pour chicken broth over rice.
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Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Place chicken on top of rice. Spoon tzatziki sauce over each piece.
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Cover dish tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake uncovered for another 10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
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Let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with cucumber, parsley, and a squeeze of lemon, if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add lemon zest or chopped dill to the tzatziki.
- Add chopped veggies like bell peppers, zucchini, or cherry tomatoes before baking.
- Use chicken thighs for a juicier alternative.
- To use brown rice, increase liquid and extend baking time.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
