Name: Dump And Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 cups Long Grain White Rice (Jasmine or basmati rice are great alternatives.); 4 cups Chicken Broth (Or water for a less savory option.); 2 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts (Skinless thighs are a tasty substitute.); 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Drizzled on chicken for a golden crust.); 1 teaspoon Salt (Essential for flavor.); 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (Essential for flavor.); 1 cup Greek Yogurt (Or dairy-free yogurt for a lighter option.); 2 cloves Minced Garlic (Fresh garlic infuses robust flavor.); 1 cup Grated Cucumber (Squeeze out excess moisture.); 2 tablespoons Dill (Fresh preferred over dried.); 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (Brightens the sauce.); 1 teaspoon Oregano (Can mix up with Italian seasoning.); 1 teaspoon Paprika (Enhances flavor profile.); 1 cup Cucumber Substitute (Diced zucchini or bell pepper work.)

Description

A one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a refreshing tzatziki sauce for a comforting dinner with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups Long Grain White Rice (Jasmine or basmati rice are great alternatives.)
4 cups Chicken Broth (Or water for a less savory option.)
2 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts (Skinless thighs are a tasty substitute.)
2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Drizzled on chicken for a golden crust.)
1 teaspoon Salt (Essential for flavor.)
1 teaspoon Black Pepper (Essential for flavor.)
1 cup Greek Yogurt (Or dairy-free yogurt for a lighter option.)
2 cloves Minced Garlic (Fresh garlic infuses robust flavor.)
1 cup Grated Cucumber (Squeeze out excess moisture.)
2 tablespoons Dill (Fresh preferred over dried.)
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (Brightens the sauce.)
1 teaspoon Oregano (Can mix up with Italian seasoning.)
1 teaspoon Paprika (Enhances flavor profile.)
1 cup Cucumber Substitute (Diced zucchini or bell pepper work.)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F.
Spray or oil a 9×13 dish.
Add rice and chicken broth to the dish and stir gently.
Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano and place over the rice.
Drizzle olive oil on the chicken.
Cover tightly with foil.
Bake for 35 to 45 minutes until rice is tender and chicken reaches 165°F.
While baking, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, grated cucumber, dill, and lemon juice.
Remove foil and let the dish rest for 5 minutes.
Slice chicken and spoon tzatziki over each serving.
Garnish with extra dill or a squeeze of lemon if desired.

Notes

Check the rice after 30 minutes; ovens vary. If the top dries, add a splash of broth and re-cover. Taste the tzatziki before serving and add more lemon or salt if needed.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: chicken, tzatziki, rice, one-pan meals, Mediterranean