Description
Healthy Greek Chicken Casserole is a simple Mediterranean-style bake made with tender lemon-herb chicken, rice cooked in chicken broth, fresh vegetables, olives, and creamy feta. Everything bakes together in one dish for a balanced, high-protein dinner that works great for busy weeknights and meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 cup zucchini, chopped
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Optional: 1 cup chopped spinach
- Optional: 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra feta cheese
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
1. Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a large casserole dish.
2. Add chicken to a large bowl. Add olive oil, garlic, oregano, paprika, thyme, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Toss until evenly coated. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
3. Spread uncooked rice evenly in the casserole dish.
4. Pour chicken broth over the rice and level it out so the rice sits evenly.
5. Add red onion, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and black olives over the rice. Add spinach and bell peppers now if using.
6. Arrange the seasoned chicken evenly over the vegetables and rice.
7. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
8. Remove foil, sprinkle feta over the top, and bake uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and rice is tender.
9. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes.
10. Garnish with parsley, add extra feta if you like, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Spread rice evenly so it cooks consistently.
- If the rice feels firm after baking, add a small splash of broth, cover, and bake 5 to 10 minutes more.
- Add spinach near the end if you want it brighter, or add it with the vegetables for a softer texture.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers up to 4 days. Add a splash of broth when reheating to keep the rice moist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg