Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki with Rice

A delicious, one-pan Mediterranean-inspired meal! This dish combines juicy chicken with creamy tzatziki, fragrant rice, and vibrant spices for a nourishing, flavor-packed experience. Rich in protein, probiotics, and fiber, it’s both wholesome and satisfying.

⏳ Prep Time: 10 min | πŸ”₯ Cook Time: 35 min | ⏱ Total Time: 45 min

πŸ›’ Ingredients

For the Dish:

β€’ 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts πŸ—
β€’ 1 cup long-grain rice 🍚
β€’ 2 cups chicken broth 🍲
β€’ 1 cup tzatziki sauce πŸ₯’πŸ₯›
β€’ 1 tbsp olive oil πŸ«’
β€’ 1 tsp garlic powder πŸ§„
β€’ 1 tsp dried oregano 🌿
β€’ Β½ tsp salt & pepper πŸ§‚

For Garnish:

β€’ Β½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved πŸ…
β€’ ΒΌ cup cucumber, diced πŸ₯’
β€’ Fresh parsley 🌿
β€’ Lemon wedges πŸ‹

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Base: Preheat oven to 190Β°C (375Β°F). Grease a baking dish, then spread uncooked rice evenly.
2️⃣ Add the Chicken: Place chicken breasts on top, drizzle with olive oil, and season with garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3️⃣ Pour & Bake: Add broth and tzatziki, covering chicken and rice. Cover with foil and bake for 30 min.
4️⃣ Uncover & Crisp: Remove foil, bake for another 5 min until golden.

πŸ₯— Serving & Presentation

Slice chicken, fluff rice, and plate beautifully. Garnish with tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, and lemon wedges for freshness!

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Chef’s Tip:

Serve with warm pita bread and a drizzle of extra tzatziki for an authentic touch! πŸ₯™πŸ’«

🍽️ Enjoy your homemade recipe🍽️

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³Joyful Meet for Delicious Dishes with Chef Luna πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³

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