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Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole

Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole: Easy Mediterranean Bliss

Discover the Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole, a simple yet delicious Mediterranean dish perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casseroles
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Substitution: Can use cooked turkey or chickpeas for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 cup White Rice Uncooked
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Finely chopped
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes Halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Pitted and sliced
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute for a tangy twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • Salt and Pepper To taste
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnishing

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Spread 1 cup of uncooked white rice evenly across the base of the prepared baking dish.
  3. Pour 2 cups of chicken broth over the rice, ensuring it is entirely submerged.
  4. Layer the cooked chicken evenly on top of the rice.
  5. Scatter diced cucumber, chopped red onion, halved grape tomatoes, and sliced Kalamata olives over the chicken.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup of tzatziki sauce, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano. Add salt and pepper to taste, then spread over the layered vegetables and chicken.
  7. Sprinkle 1 cup of crumbled feta cheese on top.
  8. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the feta is golden.
  10. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving, and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated for convenience. Adjust baking time as necessary if taken straight from the fridge.

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