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Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole

Easy Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole Bliss

Enjoy the vibrant Mediterranean flavors with this easy Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 cups Cooked Chicken Substitution: Use cooked rotisserie chicken or firm tofu for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 cup Uncooked White Rice Short or medium-grain rice works best.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Substitution: Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced, substitution: Zucchini for similar texture.
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely chopped, substitution: Green onions or shallots.
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes Halved, substitution: Cherry tomatoes.
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Pitted and sliced, substitution: Black olives.
  • 1 cup Greek-Style Tzatziki Sauce Substitution: Mix Greek yogurt with diced cucumber, dill, and lemon juice.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Tip: Fresh minced garlic can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Substitution: Italian seasoning.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumble, substitution: Goat cheese.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish.

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. Evenly spread uncooked white rice across the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Pour chicken broth over the rice, ensuring it is fully submerged.
  4. Layer your cooked chicken evenly over the rice.
  5. Add diced cucumber, chopped red onion, halved grape tomatoes, and sliced Kalamata olives on top.
  6. Mix tzatziki sauce with garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper, then spread over the layers.
  7. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese across the top of the casserole.
  8. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  9. Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole is flexible; you can substitute ingredients based on dietary preferences.

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