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A colorful plate featuring shredded baked chicken topped with creamy tzatziki sauce, served alongside a mound of fluffy white rice. The dish is vibrant with fresh cucumber, dill, and garlic, garnished with lemon wedges and herbs. The bowl of tzatziki has a thick, creamy texture, contrasting with the tender, golden chicken and steaming rice for an inviting, appetizing presentation.

Easy Chicken Tzatziki Bake with Fluffy Rice

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A simple dump-and-bake recipe featuring tender chicken, creamy tzatziki sauce, and fluffy rice, topped with fresh herbs and lemon for a vibrant Mediterranean flavor.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cucumber, grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • Olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish.
  3. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make tzatziki sauce.
  4. Spread half of the tzatziki over the chicken breasts.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
  6. Meanwhile, cook rice according to package instructions.
  7. Once baked, serve chicken over rice with remaining tzatziki drizzled on top and garnish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts for extra juiciness.
  • For a dairy-free version, use coconut yogurt instead of Greek yogurt.
  • Serve with a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg