Tzatziki Chicken Dish (Print Version)
This all-in-one meal combines juicy chicken, fluffy rice, fresh Mediterranean flavors, and a creamy tzatziki drizzle. So easy to make!
# Ingredients:
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1 cup uncooked long grain white rice.
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1/2 teaspoon each of onion powder and garlic powder.
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1 pound chicken breast or thighs, cut into chunks.
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika.
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin.
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2 tablespoons olive oil.
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2 tablespoons lemon juice.
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1 medium zucchini, shredded (yields about 1 1/2 cups).
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
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2 cups chicken stock.
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1 teaspoon fresh oregano, finely chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon if using dried).
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1/4 teaspoon turmeric.
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1 teaspoon thyme, freshly chopped (or 1/4 teaspoon dried).
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne for some heat.
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Fresh herbs and a slice of lemon for topping.
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Tzatziki sauce to serve alongside.
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3/4 teaspoon seasoned salt.
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1 tablespoon parsley, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon dried).
# Steps:
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Spray a 9x13 dish with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
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In the dish, combine chicken with the olive oil, lemon juice, and all the herbs and spices. Let it marinate for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, heat the oven to 375°F.
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Add the rice, zucchini shreds, and chicken broth to the dish with the marinated chicken. Mix well.
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Seal the dish with foil and bake for 40 minutes, allowing the liquid to absorb and the rice to soften.
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If the rice is a bit undercooked, re-cover it and bake another 5 minutes at a time until it's just right.
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Fluff everything with a fork, adjust seasonings as needed, and serve with tzatziki sauce and extra herbs on top.
# Helpful Notes:
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Stick to long grain white rice for best results.
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Don’t skip smoked paprika for that classic taste.
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Keeping the dish tightly covered locks in steam for proper cooking.
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Glass pans might need extra time to cook fully.
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Stir with a fork so the rice stays fluffy and doesn’t clump up.