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If you're looking for a delicious yet effortless meal that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your dinner table, look no further than Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki with Rice. This one-pan wonder combines tender chicken breasts, fluffy rice, and a refreshing tzatziki sauce, all baked to perfection. The dish not only captures the essence of Greek cuisine, but it also caters to the needs of those living busy lifestyles who crave nutritious meals without spending hours in the kitchen.

Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki with Rice Recipe

Discover the ease of this Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki with Rice recipe! Perfect for busy nights, it combines tender chicken breasts, fluffy rice, and a refreshing tzatziki sauce made with Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and dill. Simply season, bake, and serve for a delicious meal that the whole family will love. Ready in just under an hour, this dish is both flavorful and satisfying. Don’t forget to garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color!
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Ingredients
  

1 ½ cups uncooked long-grain rice

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 cup chicken broth

1 cup plain Greek yogurt

1 medium cucumber, grated and excess liquid squeezed out

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 teaspoon paprika

1 tablespoon olive oil

½ teaspoon dried oregano

Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

    In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread the uncooked long-grain rice evenly across the bottom.

      Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice, seasoning them with salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano for flavor.

        In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken broth with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and drizzle this mixture over the chicken and rice.

          In another bowl, prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing together the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste, then set aside.

            Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to trap the steam and promote even cooking. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.

              Once finished, remove the foil and let it sit for about 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork.

                Serve the chicken over a bed of rice, drizzling the tzatziki sauce generously over the top.

                  Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and enjoy!

                    Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes | Servings: 4