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Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki with Rice – Easy Recipes for Dinner

You know those evenings when your stomach’s rumbling but your brain refuses to cooperate in the dinner department? Same. That’s why I’ve clung to this Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki with Rice like it’s my weeknight lifesaver. This recipe throws the rulebook out the window—no need for stovetop juggling or a mountain of dishes. Just one pan, a few familiar ingredients, and dinner practically cooks itself while you catch up on your shows (or scroll endlessly—I won’t judge). The chicken turns out juicy, the rice fluffs up perfectly, and the tzatziki? Oh, the tzatziki. It’s the cool, creamy hug that ties everything together. The first time I made this, I honestly expected something boring. But it’s bright, tangy, and comforting all at once—like summer in a baking dish. And since it’s a breeze to prep, I’ve had zero excuses not to make it again (and again... and again). Whether you’re a meal prep wizard or a culinary minimalist, this one’s got your name written all over it. It’s just simple, satisfying food that gets the job done—and tastes like it took way more effort than it did.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: budget-friendly chicken recipes, easy oven dinner recipes, easy recipes for dinner, easy recipes with ground beef, healthy and easy recipes, quick and easy dinner recipes, simple rotisserie chicken recipes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Lila

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ¾ cup tzatziki sauce (plus more for serving)
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large baking dish, combine the uncooked rice, chicken broth, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir it up.
  3. Add the diced chicken evenly across the top—don’t stir it in.
  4. Spoon dollops of tzatziki across the chicken. Let it hang out like that.
  5. Top it all with grape tomatoes and sliced onion.
  6. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the chicken is done.
  7. Remove the foil and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley if you're feeling fancy, and serve with extra tzatziki on the side.