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A simple, one-pan Mediterranean casserole featuring tender chicken, flavorful rice, and creamy tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch chunks (680g)
- 2 cups white rice, rinsed (Basmati or Jasmine) (370g)
- 3 cups chicken broth, low-sodium (710ml)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, for searing (30ml)
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce, thick Greek-style (240ml)
- 1 medium English cucumber, thinly sliced (300g)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (150g)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (75g)
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped (10g)
- 1 tsp cracked black pepper, to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe dish over medium heat. Add the chicken chunks and sear them until golden brown.
- Add the rinsed rice and chicken broth to the pan, stirring to combine.
- Spoon the tzatziki sauce over the top and mix gently.
- Layer the cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and fresh dill on top.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the chicken is fully done.
- Let it cool for a few minutes, then sprinkle with cracked black pepper before serving.
Notes
Serve directly from the pan with a side salad or warm pita bread. You can also add extra tzatziki sauce on top for more flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean