Za'atar Roasted Chicken
Crispy, herb-crusted chicken thighs infused with Middle Eastern za'atar spice blend and roasted until golden. Serve with tahini sauce and fresh lemon for an authentic, aromatic meal.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- 8 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons za'atar spice blend
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup tahini sauce
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 whole lemon wedges
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine za'atar, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to form a paste.
- 3
Place chicken thighs skin-side up on a large rimmed baking sheet. Rub the za'atar paste evenly over the skin and under the thighs.
- 4
Roast for 30–35 minutes, until the skin is deeply golden and crispy, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part.
- 5
Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- 6
Transfer chicken to a serving platter. Drizzle with tahini sauce, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and garnish with lemon wedges.
Tools you’ll need
- rimmed baking sheet
- paper towels
- small mixing bowl
- spoon or spatula
- instant-read meat thermometer
- serving platter
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