Description
A flavorful and hearty Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bake that combines tender chicken, rice, and a creamy tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, cooked rice, chicken broth, diced cucumber, yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until heated through and the top is golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
- Serve with extra tzatziki sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bake