Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole Recipe | Easy Mediterranean Comfort Food
Make this dump-and-bake chicken tzatziki casserole for a quick and flavorful dinner. Tender chicken, creamy tzatziki, fresh veggies, and melted cheese baked together — an easy Mediterranean-inspired comfort food recipe.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Cutting board & knife
- Wooden spoon/spatula
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
- 2 cups rice, pasta, or quinoa (uncooked)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (zucchini, peppers, spinach)
- 2 cups tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp oregano
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup crumbled feta or shredded mozzarella
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh dill or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease baking dish.
- Layer: Add chicken, rice/pasta, vegetables, and tzatziki sauce. Season with oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Top: Sprinkle cheese and herbs over the mixture.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and rice/pasta tender.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh dill or parsley. Serve hot with lemon wedges.
- Pro Tip: Cover with foil during the first half of baking to prevent drying.
Notes
- Make-ahead: Assemble up to 24 hours in advance; refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Storage: Refrigerate up to 3 days; freeze (without cucumber in tzatziki) up to 1 month.
- Variations: Swap rice for cauliflower rice (low-carb), add chili flakes for spice, or substitute chickpeas for chicken in vegan versions.
- Meal prep: Double the recipe and portion into containers for easy lunches.