Description
Savor the delightful flavors of Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice, a one-pan meal that combines succulent chicken, fluffy long-grain rice, and creamy tzatziki sauce. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering a harmonious blend of tangy, savory, and aromatic ingredients. Let the enchanting aromas fill your kitchen as you whip up this comforting meal that promises to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and lemon juice. Arrange them at the bottom of the baking dish.
- Spread uncooked rice evenly over the chicken.
- Pour chicken broth over the rice until fully covered.
- Drizzle tzatziki sauce generously over the top.
- Sprinkle fresh dill on top for added flavor.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 45 minutes or until the chicken is tender and rice is cooked through.
- Remove foil carefully, fluff rice with a fork, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg