Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki with Rice
A delightful medley of juicy chicken breasts, creamy tzatziki, and fragrant rice baked together for a quick and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups water
Tzatziki Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber (grated)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper, and gently lay them in the prepared baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the long-grain rice, water, and a pinch of salt. Stir to blend, then pour the mixture over the seasoned chicken.
- In another bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the tzatziki sauce.
- Spoon the tzatziki mixture generously over the chicken.
Baking
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 35-40 minutes.
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F before removing from the oven.
- Allow it to sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
This dish can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. For freezing, portion the chicken, rice, and tzatziki separately for easy reheating.