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Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole

Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole for Easy Comfort

This Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole combines simplicity and flavor in a one-pan meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Substitute with cooked turkey or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup White Rice Uncooked, serves as the base.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Use high-quality broth for better flavor.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced, adds refreshing contrast.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Finely chopped.
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes Halved.
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Pitted and sliced.
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce The creamy element.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • Salt and Pepper To taste.
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled, for topping.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  3. Evenly spread uncooked white rice across the bottom of the baking dish.
  4. Pour chicken broth over the rice.
  5. Evenly distribute the cooked chicken over the rice and broth mixture.
  6. Top with diced cucumber, chopped red onion, halved grape tomatoes, and sliced Kalamata olives.
  7. In a bowl, combine tzatziki sauce with garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  8. Spread the tzatziki mixture over the layered ingredients.
  9. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese evenly over the casserole.
  10. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  12. Let the casserole cool briefly before serving and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Prepare ahead if necessary.

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