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Zaatar Chicken Thighs

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🌿 Embrace the vibrant flavors of the Middle East with Za’atar Chicken Thighs, infused with aromatic spices and garlic.
πŸ‹ This recipe offers a juicy, tender roast with crispy skin and a tangy, fragrant marinade that’s perfect for a flavorful meal.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

1 red onion, cut into wedges

2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Juice of 1 lemon

1 lemon, sliced into slices

2 tablespoons za’atar

1 tablespoon sumac

2 teaspoons of a 7-spice blend (containing coriander, allspice, cumin, cloves, black pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg)

Salt to taste

Freshly cracked pepper to taste

Instructions

1-Getting started: Getting started with this Zaatar Chicken Thighs recipe is simple and rewarding. Begin by combining all the marinade ingredients with the chicken in a large bowl for a flavorful base. This step helps infuse the meat with the rich taste of Middle Eastern spices and garlic, making every bite of the spiced chicken delicious.

2-After mixing: After mixing, refrigerate the chicken for 1 to 2 hours don’t skip this for deeper flavor. Once marinated, preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C) and place the chicken and red onion wedges with the marinade into a baking dish. For more on similar poultry dishes, you might enjoy our Mango Chicken recipe, which adds a fruity twist to chicken prep.

3-Roast: Roast for 25 to 30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 170Β°F (77Β°C), then broil for 5 minutes if you want crispier skin. The total preparation time is about 1 hour and 50 minutes, including 20 minutes of prep, 1 hour of marinating, and 30 minutes of cooking. Once done, garnish with chopped parsley and serve with sides like rice or potatoes for a complete meal.

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Notes

⏳ Marinate the chicken for at least one hour to deepen the flavors.
πŸ§‚ Begin seasoning with about 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt per pound of chicken.
πŸ”₯ To get crispier skin, finish the cooking with a 5-minute broil cycle.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Marinating time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
  • Calories: 380 kcal
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 4 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 44 g
  • Cholesterol: 215 mg