Description

This Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole is a creamy, fresh, and effortless Greek-inspired dinner. Juicy chicken bakes in a tangy tzatziki-style sauce with rice, creating a one-dish meal that’s healthy, flavorful, and perfect for busy nights.

Ingredients

For the Casserole:

2 cups uncooked rice

2 cups chicken broth

400g chicken breast, diced

1 cucumber, grated and squeezed dry

1 cup Greek yogurt

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and black pepper to taste

Optional:

1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Fresh dill or parsley for garnish

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. In a large baking dish, combine uncooked rice and chicken broth.

3. Add diced chicken evenly over the rice.

4. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.

5. Spread the tzatziki mixture over the chicken and rice.

6. Cover tightly with foil.

7. Bake for 40–45 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.

8. Remove foil, sprinkle with feta if using, and bake uncovered for 5–10 more minutes.

9. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley and serve.

Notes

Squeeze cucumber well to avoid excess water.

Use pre-cooked rice to reduce baking time.

Add cherry tomatoes for extra freshness.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.