Pan-Roasted Chicken Zaatar (Printable)

Juicy chicken roasted with zaatar, potatoes, and greens for an easy, flavorful meal with minimal cleanup.

# What you need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons zaatar spice blend
04 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
07 - 1 large red onion, sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 2 garlic cloves, minced

→ Greens

10 - 5 ounces baby spinach or kale
11 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice

→ Garnish (optional)

12 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
13 - Lemon wedges

# Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 425°F.
02 - Pat chicken thighs dry and toss in a large bowl with olive oil, zaatar, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread halved potatoes and sliced red onion on a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and toss to coat.
04 - Position seasoned chicken thighs skin side up among the vegetables on the baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the chicken skin is golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F, and potatoes are tender.
06 - Remove pan from oven. Distribute minced garlic and greens around chicken and potatoes, then return to oven for 3 to 4 minutes until greens are wilted.
07 - Drizzle lemon juice over the dish, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy one-pan preparation
  • Flavorful Middle Eastern-Inspired spices
02 -
  • Substitute baby potatoes with sweet potatoes or carrots if desired
  • If zaatar is unavailable, mix dried thyme, oregano, sumac, and sesame seeds
03 -
  • Ensure chicken skin is dry for extra crispiness
  • Use fresh lemon juice for brighter flavor
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