Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this easy Chicken Tzatziki Casserole. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this hearty one-pan meal features tender chicken breast, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices, all harmoniously baked together. A creamy tzatziki sauce and crumbled feta cheese on top elevate this dish, making it a comforting yet refreshing option that everyone will adore. With minimal prep and cleanup required, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs diced chicken breast
- 1 large zucchini
- ½ yellow onion
- 1 pint grape tomatoes
- 1.5 cups basmati rice
- 3 cups chicken stock
- Tzatziki sauce
- Feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, seasoning salt, turmeric, and cayenne.
- In a heat-safe bowl, combine red wine vinegar, sugar, and salt; microwave until dissolved. Add thinly sliced red onions and refrigerate.
- In a casserole dish, layer diced chicken seasoned with half of the spice mix over uncooked rice, followed by zucchini and tomatoes.
- Pour seasoned chicken stock over the casserole and sprinkle with feta cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 10-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approximately 260g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Customize your toppings with pickled onions or extra feta for a personal touch. For added flavor, consider incorporating bell peppers or swapping chicken for chickpeas for a vegetarian version.