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Easy Dump and Bake Chicken with Tzatziki Rice


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  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, High-Protein

Description

A simple and delicious dump-and-bake chicken dish paired with refreshing tzatziki rice.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Fresh dill, to taste
  • Feta cheese (optional)
  • Extra dill or parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk until creamy.
  3. Lay chicken breasts flat in a baking dish and smother them with the yogurt mixture.
  4. Add rice and chicken broth into the same dish and give it a stir. Place chicken on top.
  5. Cover with foil and bake for 45-50 minutes.
  6. Mix diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, and fresh dill in a bowl for the tzatziki rice.
  7. Remove chicken from the oven and stir in the vegetable mix with the rice.
  8. Serve chicken alongside tzatziki rice and top with feta and fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Keep an eye on the chicken to avoid overcooking. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F (75°C).

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg