Description
This Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole is a creamy, tangy delight that combines tender chicken with a rich, yogurt-based sauce. The dish is topped with a golden layer of cheese, creating a satisfying contrast of textures and flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
Scale
- Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, grated and drained
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken, Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and oregano until well mixed.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a lighter version, substitute the Greek yogurt with a low-fat alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 10 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
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