Description
A simple 3-ingredient baked za’atar chicken recipe featuring juicy chicken thighs with crispy skin, packed with Mediterranean flavor from the za’atar spice blend.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons za’atar seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. This helps achieve crispy skin.
- In a small bowl, mix the za’atar seasoning with the olive oil to create a paste.
- Generously coat each chicken thigh with the za’atar mixture, ensuring it’s well covered.
- Place the seasoned za’atar chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is golden brown and crispy. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Let the za’atar chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Za’atar is a Middle Eastern spice blend typically containing thyme, oregano, marjoram, sumac, and sesame seeds.
- You can use chicken breasts instead of thighs, but adjust the baking time as they cook faster.
- Serve this za’atar chicken with roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg