Description
A hearty and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired chicken casserole with creamy tzatziki sauce, fresh veggies, and feta cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chicken breast, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 1 cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess water
- 1 cup Greek yogurt, full-fat preferred
- 2 cloves garlic, freshly minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
- 2 teaspoons dill, fresh or dried
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with olive oil.
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, oregano, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine grated and drained cucumber, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- In a large bowl, toss the seasoned chicken pieces with sliced onion and cherry tomatoes. Add half of the tzatziki sauce and mix until evenly coated.
- Pour the chicken and veggie mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Spread evenly, then dollop the remaining tzatziki sauce on top. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
- Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh dill or extra feta if desired.
Notes
[‘Drain the cucumber thoroughly to avoid a watery casserole.’, ‘Use fresh ingredients like dill, garlic, and lemon juice for the best flavor.’, ‘Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to allow flavors to meld.’]
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 30
Keywords: Chicken Tzatziki Casserole, Mediterranean, Easy Dinner Recipe, Healthy Comfort Food, Family Dinner