Mediterranean Chicken & Rice Bake with Tzatziki
Mediterranean Chicken & Rice Bake with Tzatziki is a delightful one-pan meal that captures the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean. This easy recipe combines tender chicken, fragrant spices, and fluffy rice, all topped with a creamy tzatziki sauce for a refreshing finish. Ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests at special gatherings, this dish is not just flavorful but also healthy, making it a perfect choice for families. With minimal prep time and effortless cleanup, you can enjoy this wholesome meal while savoring every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- tsp paprika
- 1 medium cucumber (optional)
- cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- cup chopped fresh parsley or dill (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375F (190C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread uncooked rice evenly in the dish and pour chicken broth over it.
- Place chicken pieces on top of the rice and sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and paprika.
- Spoon tzatziki sauce over the chicken and spread gently.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes until chicken is cooked (165F internal temperature) and rice is tender.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before garnishing with cucumber slices, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the dish (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 417
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg