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Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki and Rice


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A simple and delicious one-dish meal combining chicken breasts, rice, and refreshing tzatziki sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cucumber (sliced)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Combine the rice and chicken broth in a baking dish.
  3. Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice and season with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
  4. Pour the tzatziki sauce over the chicken.
  5. Add cherry tomatoes and cucumber slices around the chicken.
  6. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.

Notes

For meal prep, this dish can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated. Serve with Greek salad or pita bread.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg