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Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bake: A Flavorful Comfort Dish

A flavorful and comforting Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bake that combines tender chicken, creamy tzatziki sauce, and melted cheese over a bed of rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cucumber grated and excess moisture squeezed out
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice and the cooked chicken mixture. Mix well to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
  5. Add half of the tzatziki sauce to the rice and chicken mixture, and mix until evenly coated.
  6. Transfer the rice and chicken mixture to the prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly.
  7. Pour the remaining tzatziki sauce over the top of the rice mixture. Sprinkle with mozzarella and feta cheese.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños to the chicken mixture.
  • You can also substitute quinoa for rice for a gluten-free option.

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