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Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole
Carolina Gomez

Dump and Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole

Simplify your weeknight dinner with this effortless one-pan meal. Featuring tender, seasoned chicken breasts layered over fluffy rice, smothered in creamy, tangy tzatziki sauce, and topped with melted mozzarella, this Mediterranean-inspired casserole is comfort food at its finest. It’s a fast, flavorful, and low-cleanup solution for busy days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken & Base:
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup cooked rice ideally cooked in low-sodium chicken broth
  • Sauce & Toppings:
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup cucumber chopped
  • ¼ cup red onion sliced
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Aluminum foil
  • Instant-read meat thermometer
  • measuring cups/spoons

Method
 

  1. Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Season: In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Layer: Spread the cooked rice in an even layer at the bottom of the 9x13-inch baking dish. Top with the seasoned chicken.
  4. Top: Spoon the tzatziki sauce over the chicken, spreading it to cover all the meat. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese, chopped cucumber, red onion, and fresh dill over the top.
  5. Bake: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 25 minutes.
  6. Finish: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Serve: Check that the chicken reaches 165°F. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

  • Calories: ~360 kcal
  • Protein: ~30g
  • Carbohydrates: ~28g
  • Fat: ~14g (5g saturated)
  • Fiber: 1–2g
  • Sodium: 450–500mg
  • Key Nutrients: Calcium, Iron, Probiotics (from yogurt), Antioxidants (from garlic/dill).