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Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole

Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole for Quick Comfort

This Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole is a quick and flavorful dinner, perfect for busy nights.
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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 Substitute with cooked turkey for a leaner option.
  • 1 cup White Rice (uncooked) Can substitute with brown rice, adjusting cook time.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Using a high-quality broth is crucial.
  • 1 cup Cucumber (diced) Substitute with zucchini if preferred.
  • 1 medium Red Onion (finely chopped) Use green onions for a milder flavor.
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes (halved) Cherry tomatoes can also be used.
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives (pitted and sliced) Substitute with green olives for a different flavor.
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce Make a quick version with Greek yogurt if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese (crumbled) Substitute with goat cheese for a variation.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped) Used for garnish.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Spread uncooked white rice evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Pour chicken broth over the rice, ensuring each grain is submerged.
  4. Distribute the cooked chicken evenly over the rice.
  5. Scatter diced cucumber, chopped red onion, halved grape tomatoes, and sliced Kalamata olives over the chicken.
  6. In a bowl, mix tzatziki sauce with garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Spread over the layers.
  7. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top.
  8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  9. After 45 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  10. Let the casserole cool briefly before garnishing with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with chickpeas. You can also add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.

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