Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice: Easy Weeknight Delight
A quick and delicious meal that combines chicken, rice, and the refreshing flavors of tzatziki.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 cups uncooked rice
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup chopped cucumbers
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large baking dish, combine the rice, diced chicken, tzatziki sauce, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
- Remove from the oven and stir in the chopped cucumbers and parsley.
- Let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in tzatziki sauce for a few hours before baking.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice, Easy Weeknight Dinner, Quick Chicken Recipes