Description
Delight in the comforting flavors of Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki with Rice, a one-dish wonder that marries tender chicken, fluffy rice, and creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe requires minimal prep while delivering maximum flavor. Serve it at family dinners or as a satisfying meal prep option that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
- 1 medium cucumber, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp dried dill
- 2 cups water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, grated cucumber, lemon juice, and dill until well combined.
- Spread long-grain rice around the chicken in the baking dish; spoon tzatziki mixture over everything.
- Pour water around the edges of the dish and cover tightly with aluminum foil.
- Bake for about 45 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg