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Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole

Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole for Effortless Comfort

This Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole is a quick meal that blends Mediterranean flavors with ease, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken shredded turkey can be used as a swap or omit for a vegetarian twist.
  • 1 cup Uncooked White Rice brown rice works too but may take longer to cook.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth for a vegetarian version, vegetable broth is an excellent substitute.
  • 1 cup Cucumber diced; zucchini can be used for a tasty variation.
  • 1 cup Red Onion finely chopped; green onions are a milder alternative.
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes halved; swap with cherry tomatoes or bell pepper if desired.
  • 3/4 cup Kalamata Olives sliced; green olives are a nice alternative.
  • 1 cup Greek-style Tzatziki Sauce use Greek yogurt mixed with cucumber, dill, and lemon as a substitute if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic can be a flavorful alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano other herbs like thyme or basil can also work.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper essential for balancing flavors.
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled; ricotta or goat cheese can be alternative options.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish; cilantro or chives are great alternatives for garnish.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Spread the uncooked white rice evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Pour the chicken broth over the rice, ensuring it’s fully covered.
  4. Distribute the shredded cooked chicken evenly across the layer of rice.
  5. Scatter the diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, halved grape tomatoes, and sliced Kalamata olives over the chicken layer.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix together the tzatziki sauce, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper, then spread this mixture evenly over the casserole.
  7. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese across the top of the casserole.
  8. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.
  10. Let the casserole cool briefly and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with vegetables or omit it completely. This casserole can be easily customized to suit different dietary preferences.

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