Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole
A quick and easy one-dish meal that combines cooked chicken, rice, and a refreshing tzatziki sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use leftover rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
- 1 cup rice (long-grain or jasmine)
- 2 cups chicken broth
Tzatziki sauce ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt Substitute regular yogurt or sour cream if needed.
- 1 whole cucumber, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large baking dish, combine the shredded chicken, rice, and chicken broth.
- In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the tzatziki mixture over the chicken and rice in the baking dish.
- Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, and garnish with fresh dill or parsley before serving.
Notes
This casserole is best served warm. It goes well with a side salad or warm pita bread. For an extra touch, drizzle additional tzatziki sauce on top before serving. You can store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.