Description
A simple one-pan meal featuring tender baked chicken, fluffy seasoned rice, and a refreshing homemade tzatziki for a creamy, flavorful finish.
Ingredients
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1½ pounds (680 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
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1½ cups (300 g) long-grain white rice, uncooked
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3 cups (720 ml) chicken broth
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2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 medium onion (150 g), diced
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2 teaspoons dried oregano
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1 teaspoon dried dill
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1½ teaspoons salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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2 tablespoons (30 ml) lemon juice
Tzatziki
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1 cup (240 g) plain Greek-style yogurt
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1 cup (130 g) grated cucumber, drained
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1 small clove garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
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Salt to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Spread rice evenly in the dish, then add onion and garlic.
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Drizzle olive oil over the rice and sprinkle with oregano, dill, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Pour in chicken broth and stir gently to combine.
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Add chicken pieces, pressing them slightly into the liquid.
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Cover tightly with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
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Uncover and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is fully cooked.
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Mix all tzatziki ingredients in a bowl.
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Rest the baked dish for 5 minutes, then serve with tzatziki on top or on the side.
Notes
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Keep the dish tightly covered during the first bake for evenly cooked rice.
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Store leftovers and tzatziki separately for best texture when reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes