Description
Indulge in a deliciously easy Chicken Tzatziki Casserole, a vibrant one-pan meal bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish features tender chicken, fluffy rice, and fresh vegetables, all enhanced by a unique blend of spices. The refreshing tzatziki and pickled onions add a delightful twist that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for meal prep and family-friendly, this casserole is sure to become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs diced chicken breast
- 1 large zucchini
- ½ yellow onion
- 1 pint grape tomatoes
- 1.5 cups basmati rice
- 3 cups chicken stock
- ¼ cup feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons Greek seasoning
- Pickled red onions
- Tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, seasoning salt, turmeric, and cayenne.
- Pickle the red onions by combining vinegar, sugar, and salt in a bowl; microwave until sugar dissolves then add onions.
- In a casserole dish, layer diced chicken and sprinkle with half the spice mix and Greek seasoning.
- Layer rice, zucchini, and grape tomatoes over the chicken.
- Pour seasoned chicken stock over the layers and top with feta cheese and lemon wedges.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 10-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Fluff casserole before serving and top with extra feta, pickled onions, parsley, tzatziki sauce, and garlic dip.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg