Chicken Tzatziki Rice (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced.
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2 tablespoons lemon juice.
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2 tablespoons olive oil.
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried).
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1 teaspoon fresh oregano, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried).
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1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1/4 teaspoon dried).
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika.
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3/4 teaspoon seasoned salt.
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin.
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder.
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
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1/4 teaspoon turmeric.
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
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1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked.
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1 medium zucchini, grated (about 1 1/2 cups).
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2 cups chicken broth.
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Tzatziki sauce for serving.
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Fresh herbs and lemon for garnish.
# Instructions:
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Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
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Mix chicken with lemon juice, oil, and all herbs and spices in the baking dish. Let stand 30 minutes while preheating oven to 375°F.
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Stir in uncooked rice, grated zucchini, and chicken broth with the marinated chicken.
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Cover tightly with foil and bake for 40 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
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If rice is still firm, cover and continue baking in 5-minute intervals until done.
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Fluff rice with fork, season to taste, and serve topped with tzatziki sauce and fresh herbs.
# Notes:
01 -
Only use long grain white rice.
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Use smoked paprika for authentic flavor.
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Cover dish tightly to trap steam.
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Glass dishes need longer cooking time.
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Fluff with fork to prevent gummy rice.