Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki: Quick Mediterranean Bliss

This Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki is a quick and easy one-pan Mediterranean meal that brings delicious flavors to your table.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 50

Marinating Time 30

Total Time 1 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Quick Meals

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs Diced
2 tablespoons lemon juice Fresh
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh herbs (parsley, oregano, thyme) Chopped

For the Rice

1 cup long grain white rice Uncooked
1 cup grated zucchini Optional
2 cups chicken broth Low-sodium recommended

Equipment

9 x 13-inch baking dish

Method

Steps

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with extra virgin olive oil.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the diced chicken with lemon juice, olive oil, fresh herbs, and any desired spices until thoroughly coated.
Allow the marinated chicken to rest for about 30 minutes.
In the same baking dish, stir in the uncooked rice, grated zucchini, and chicken broth.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
Place the covered baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes.
Once baking is complete, carefully remove the foil and fluff the rice with a fork.
Top with tzatziki sauce and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Ensure the chicken broth covers the rice adequately for even cooking.

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