Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice
A quick, comforting one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a flavorful tzatziki sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the main dish
- 1.5 lbs Chicken breasts or thighs
- 3 cups Rice
- 1 cup Chicken broth
For the tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 Cucumber, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Fresh dill
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a casserole dish.
- Spread the rice evenly in the bottom of the dish.
- Place the chicken on top of the rice and season it with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, and lemon juice to make the tzatziki sauce.
- Spoon the tzatziki mixture over the chicken.
- Pour the chicken broth over the entire dish and cover it with foil.
Cooking
- Bake for 45–50 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is fluffy.
Notes
Serve hot, garnished with extra fresh dill or cucumber slices. Pairs well with a green salad or warm pita bread. For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the tzatziki sauce for a few hours before cooking. Brown rice can be used for a healthier option; adjust cooking time accordingly.