Name: Easy Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced into bite-size pieces; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or ½ teaspoon dried); 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano (or ½ teaspoon dried); 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme (or ¼ teaspoon dried); 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; ¾ teaspoon seasoned salt; ½ teaspoon cumin; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; ¼ teaspoon turmeric; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice; 1 medium zucchini, coarsely grated (about 1½ cups); 2 cups chicken broth; Tzatziki sauce to serve; Pita bread; Fresh herbs (dill, basil, parsley, or chives); Fresh lemon

Easy Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bake

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If you’re in search of a quick and flavorful meal, look no further than this Easy Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bake. This one-dish wonder combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and zesty tzatziki sauce for a satisfying dinner that the whole family will love. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy.

Author: Alessia
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 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced into bite-size pieces
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or ½ teaspoon dried)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano (or ½ teaspoon dried)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme (or ¼ teaspoon dried)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
¾ teaspoon seasoned salt
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon turmeric
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
1 medium zucchini, coarsely grated (about 1½ cups)
2 cups chicken broth
Tzatziki sauce to serve
Pita bread
Fresh herbs (dill, basil, parsley, or chives)
Fresh lemon

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In the baking dish, combine diced chicken with lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, oregano, thyme, paprika, seasoned salt, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Let marinate for 30 minutes.
Add uncooked rice and grated zucchini to the chicken mixture. Pour in chicken broth and stir well.
Cover tightly with foil and bake for about 40 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. If needed, bake an additional 5-10 minutes.
Fluff with a fork before serving topped with tzatziki sauce and sprinkled with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 360
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 540mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 80mg

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