Easy Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bake: A Flavorful Twist on Comfort Food
A delicious and easy recipe for a comforting chicken bake with a twist of tzatziki flavor, perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, diced chicken, tzatziki sauce, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Easy Chicken Tzatziki Rice Bake, chicken bake, comfort food, easy recipe