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Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice

Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice for Effortless Flavor

Experience the delightful flavors of Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Rice, a Mediterranean dish that’s gluten-free and dairy-free.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast/Thighs
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoons Lemon Juice can be swapped with lime juice
  • 1 cup Fresh Parsley dried can be used in a pinch
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Oregano dried works fine
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme can substitute with dried thyme
For the Rice Mixture
  • 2 cups Uncooked Long Grain White Rice brown rice can be used
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth use vegetable broth for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Zucchini can substitute with grated carrots or bell peppers
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Seasoned Salt or regular salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika can substitute with sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin coriander can be used as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder fresh onion can replace it
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder substitute with fresh minced garlic if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper omit for lower spiciness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric can be omitted
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust according to spice tolerance
For Serving
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce use homemade or store-bought
  • 1 Fresh Lemon squeeze over the dish before serving
  • 4 pieces Pita Bread offer rice or salad as alternatives
  • 1 cup Fresh Herbs (Dill, Basil, Chives) garnish to elevate flavor

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Combine boneless skinless chicken with lemon juice, olive oil, and fresh herbs in a medium bowl.
  3. In the prepared baking dish, add uncooked long grain white rice, grated zucchini, and chicken broth. Stir until combined.
  4. Place the marinated chicken evenly over the rice mixture.
  5. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.
  6. Remove the foil and check if the rice is tender. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve topped with tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavors. Serve with tzatziki and fresh herbs for best results.

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