Description
This Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole is a simple yet flavorful Greek-inspired dish featuring tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a weeknight meal, it combines wholesome ingredients with easy preparation and baking for a comforting, healthy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
Sauce and Seasoning
- 1 cup Tzatziki sauce
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil to ensure the casserole doesn’t stick and develops a nice golden crust.
- Add main ingredients: Place the bite-sized chicken pieces, halved cherry tomatoes, diced zucchini, and chopped red onion evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Season and toss: Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture, sprinkle with dried oregano, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Gently toss everything to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Coat with Tzatziki sauce: Spoon the Tzatziki sauce evenly over the chicken and vegetable mixture, then gently mix again to coat all the ingredients thoroughly with the creamy sauce.
- Bake the casserole: Place the baking dish uncovered in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Bake until the chicken is fully cooked through and the vegetables are tender but still hold their shape.
- Finish and serve: Remove the casserole from the oven, sprinkle the top with crumbled feta cheese, and serve hot for a delicious, comforting meal.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt mixed with cucumber and garlic if you don’t have store-bought tzatziki sauce.
- Use fresh herbs like dill or parsley to enhance the flavor if desired.
- Make sure to check the chicken is fully cooked by ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- This casserole can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated before baking to save time.
- Serve with warm pita bread or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
