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Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice – The Ultimate One-Pan Mediterranean Dinner

Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice
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This cozy one-dish meal was born from busy evenings when time is short but the craving for something wholesome remains. Juicy chicken, creamy tzatziki, and fluffy rice come together with almost no effort—just mix, bake, and enjoy. It’s a dish that brings ease and comfort to the table, one spoonful at a time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice

  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, chopped

  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)

  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced

  • ½ tsp dried oregano

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • ½ cup crumbled feta (optional)

  • Fresh parsley or dill for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  • In a large baking dish, stir together uncooked rice and chicken broth.

  • Add chicken, tzatziki sauce, tomatoes, onion, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.

  • Cover tightly with foil and bake for 45–50 minutes, until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.

  • Remove foil, sprinkle with feta, and bake uncovered for 5 more minutes.

  • Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use Rotisserie Chicken: For even quicker prep, use pre-cooked chicken and reduce baking time by 10–15 minutes.

  • Swap the Rice: Basmati or jasmine rice works best. Avoid brown rice unless par-cooked—it takes longer and may not cook evenly.

  • Don’t Skip the Foil: Covering the dish traps steam, helping the rice cook perfectly and the chicken stay juicy.

  • Tzatziki Tip: Use thick tzatziki to avoid watering down the dish. If yours is thin, stir in a spoonful of Greek yogurt.

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