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A vibrant plate featuring shredded baked chicken topped with creamy cucumber tzatziki sauce, served alongside fluffy white rice. The dish is garnished with fresh herbs and lemon wedges, presented on a rustic wooden table with a colorful Mediterranean backdrop.

Easy Chicken Tzatziki with Rice Bake

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A simple yet flavorful baked chicken dish topped with creamy tzatziki, served with fluffy rice. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cucumber, grated and drained
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked rice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Place in a baking dish.
  3. Bake chicken for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Meanwhile, prepare tzatziki: combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  5. Once chicken is baked, serve topped with tzatziki sauce alongside cooked rice.

Notes

  • You can marinate the chicken in the tzatziki mixture for extra flavor before baking.
  • This dish pairs well with a fresh salad or grilled vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Healthy, Kid-Friendly

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg