Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice is a must-try!
A simple and delicious one-pan meal featuring chicken, rice, and a creamy tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large baking dish, combine the diced chicken, rice, chicken broth, and olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper, then stir to combine.
- Spread the tzatziki sauce evenly over the top.
- Add the cherry tomatoes and cucumber on top of the tzatziki.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the chicken mixture.
- Feel free to substitute the chicken with turkey or tofu for a different protein option.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg