Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice
Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice is a one-pan Mediterranean dinner featuring juicy chicken, tender rice, creamy tzatziki, and bright herbs. With no stovetop cooking required, this fuss-free recipe is easy, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
- Total Time: 55–60 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 ¾ cups chicken broth or water
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, fresh dill, feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In the dish, combine uncooked rice, tzatziki, chicken broth, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in chicken pieces, spreading them evenly.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 40–50 minutes, until rice is tender and chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove from oven, fluff rice, and let sit uncovered for 5 minutes.
- Top with more tzatziki, veggies, or feta as desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Swap chicken for chickpeas for a vegetarian version.
- Add chopped spinach or zucchini before baking for extra veggies.
- Mix in crumbled feta before baking for added richness.
- Use homemade or store-bought tzatziki—both work well.
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