Dump-and-Bake Chicken Tzatziki Casserole
A delightful Mediterranean-inspired casserole combining tender chicken, creamy tzatziki sauce, fresh vegetables, and feta cheese, perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup Tzatziki sauce Store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 0.5 cup red onion, chopped
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Plus extra for greasing
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- to taste Salt and black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- Add the chicken pieces, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and red onion to the prepared baking dish.
- Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss everything to combine well.
- Spoon the Tzatziki sauce evenly over the casserole mixture. Gently mix to coat.
Cooking
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, and serve hot.
Notes
For extra crunch, consider adding pitted Kalamata olives or bell peppers. For a true Mediterranean flavor, substitute Greek yogurt for the Tzatziki sauce or make your own. This casserole is versatile; you can also use shrimp instead of chicken for a seafood twist.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g