Baked Chicken with Tzatziki and Rice (Recipe for Printing)

This dish features tender baked chicken on a bed of fragrant rice topped with a refreshing herb-tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a comforting meal, it combines crispy textures and creamy flavors, ideal for gatherings or weeknight dinners. Save & click.

# What You Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice, uncooked
02 - 2 1/2 cups chicken broth or water
03 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

→ Tzatziki Sauce

04 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
05 - 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, and finely chopped or grated
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped or 1 teaspoon dried dill
08 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1 teaspoon paprika
11 - 1 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ For the Chicken

13 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - Spread the uncooked long grain white rice evenly across the bottom of a large baking dish, approximately 9 x 13 inches.
03 - Pour the chicken broth or water evenly over the rice without stirring.
04 - In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, prepared cucumber, dill, lemon juice, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until integrated.
05 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Drizzle olive oil on both sides to coat evenly.
06 - Place the chicken breasts directly on top of the rice in the baking dish.
07 - Generously spoon the tzatziki sauce over each chicken breast, ensuring even coverage.
08 - Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and the rice is tender.
09 - Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest uncovered for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
10 - Serve hot, ensuring each portion receives both chicken and flavored rice.

# Extra Tips:

01 - For the smoothest tzatziki texture, grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture before mixing.
02 - You may substitute Greek yogurt with plain yogurt or a dairy-free alternative, noting consistency and flavor changes.
03 - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
04 - Reheat gently with an added splash of broth or water to maintain moisture.

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