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Chicken Tzatziki Rice

Chicken Tzatziki Rice


  • Author: Chef Bella
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A refreshing dish featuring chicken served with tzatziki sauce and rice.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cucumber, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Fresh dill for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions.
  2. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make tzatziki sauce.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add diced chicken and cook until golden brown.
  5. Serve chicken over rice and top with tzatziki sauce.
  6. Garnish with fresh dill.

Notes

  • Use low-fat yogurt for a lighter option.
  • Marinate chicken for extra flavor.
  • Serve with pita bread for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Chicken Tzatziki Rice, Mediterranean chicken, tzatziki sauce, Greek yogurt chicken