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Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole

dump and bake chicken casserole
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This Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole is the ultimate weeknight dinnercreamy, comforting, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Made with juicy chicken, fluffy rice, and a tangy tzatziki sauce, its a one-dish wonder that goes from oven to table with minimal effort and maximum taste

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ½ cup chopped fresh parsley or dill (for garnish)
  • 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare Base: Spread uncooked rice evenly in the dish. Pour in chicken broth to fully submerge the rice.
  3. Add Chicken: Layer chicken pieces over rice. Sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and paprika.
  4. Add Tzatziki: Spoon tzatziki sauce over the chicken and gently spread to coat.
  5. Bake Covered: Cover tightly with foil and bake for 3540 minutes, until chicken is cooked and rice is tender.
  6. Optional Uncovering: If excess liquid remains, uncover and bake for an additional 510 minutes.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes. Top with feta, parsley or dill, and cucumber slices before serving.

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