Description
Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that effortlessly captures the essence of Greek cuisine. This one-pan meal features juicy chicken breasts paired with fluffy long-grain rice, all enveloped in a creamy and zesty tzatziki sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe requires minimal prep and delivers maximum taste, making it a crowd-pleaser for family dinners or gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
- 1 medium cucumber (grated)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 cups water or chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano; place them in the prepared dish.
- Spread the rice evenly around the chicken.
- In a bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, salt, and extra oregano if desired.
- Spoon half of the tzatziki sauce over the chicken and rice mixture; pour in the water or chicken broth.
- Cover with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes. Remove foil for the last 10 minutes to achieve a golden finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes before baking to enhance flavor. - Substitute chicken with turkey or tofu for variation; add vegetables like bell peppers for added nutrition. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.