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Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice

Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice
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An effortless one-pot wonder featuring juicy baked chicken and savory rice, all topped with a cool, homemade tzatziki sauce. A complete Mediterranean-inspired dinner with minimal prep and cleanup.

  • Author: François Lemoine
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 min
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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2 cups Long Grain White Rice (Jasmine or basmati)
4 cups Chicken Broth
2 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 cup Greek Yogurt
2 cloves Minced Garlic
1 cup Grated Cucumber (moisture squeezed out)
2 tablespoons Fresh Dill
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
1 teaspoon Oregano
1 teaspoon Paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a 9×13 baking dish, combine rice and broth.
  2. Place chicken breasts on top of rice. Drizzle with olive oil. Mix salt, pepper, oregano, and paprika; sprinkle over chicken.
  3. Cover dish tightly with foil and bake for 1 hour.
  4. Remove foil and check chicken is cooked through (165°F). Broil for 2-3 min for color if desired. Let rest 5-10 min.
  5. Meanwhile, make sauce: combine yogurt, squeezed-dry cucumber, garlic, dill, and lemon juice.
  6. Serve chicken and rice topped with the tzatziki sauce.

Notes

  • Squeezing moisture from the cucumber is essential for a thick sauce.
  • Chicken thighs can be substituted for a more flavorful, juicy result.
  • Let the dish rest after baking for the rice to set perfectly.
  • Store sauce separately and add fresh when serving leftovers.

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