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Chicken Tzatziki Casserole: The Ultimate Creamy Mediterranean Rice Bake

A stunning Mediterranean-inspired bake featuring fluffy garlic-infused rice, golden-seared chicken breast, and a thick, cooling tzatziki topping. Garnished with fresh cucumbers and dill, this dish balances hot and cold textures perfectly.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Components
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breast cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1.5 cups (285g) Long-Grain White Rice rinsed
  • 2.5 cups (600ml) Chicken Broth low sodium
  • 0.5 cup (120ml) Heavy Cream
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup (245g) Greek Yogurt for Tzatziki layer
  • 1 small Cucumber half sliced into moons, half grated
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Dill chopped fronds
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 White Ceramic Casserole Dish Ensures even heat and classic presentation.
  • 1 Cast Iron Skillet Used for searing the chicken chunks to golden-brown perfection.

Method
 

Preparation and Baking
  1. In a rectangular ceramic dish, stir together rinsed rice, chicken broth, heavy cream, and minced garlic.
  2. Season chicken chunks with salt, pepper, and oregano. Sear in a hot skillet with oil until golden-brown edges appear. Do not cook through.
  3. Nestle chicken into the rice. Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes until rice is fluffy.
  4. Dollop thick tzatziki over the center. Top with cucumber half-moons, fresh dill, and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 32gFat: 18gFiber: 2g

Notes

Ensure you rinse the rice 3 times to remove starch for the fluffiest texture.
Always squeeze the grated cucumber dry before adding it to the yogurt to prevent a runny sauce.
Keyword Chicken Tzatziki Casserole,Greek Rice Casserole,Mediterranean Chicken Bake

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