Zahtar Roasted Chicken & Vegetables

Middle Eastern · Poultry

Savory, tangy and wonderfully aromatic, this easy sheet-pan dinner uses Zahtar to season juicy roasted chicken and vegetables with classic Middle Eastern flavor.

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40–45 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 red onion, cut into wedges
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons Zamouri Spices Zahtar, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Place the chicken thighs, potatoes, onion and bell pepper on a large sheet pan.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, juice from half the lemon and 2 tablespoons Zahtar.
  4. Drizzle the mixture over the chicken and vegetables and toss the vegetables to coat. Rub the seasoning mixture over the chicken. Sprinkle lightly with salt.
  5. Arrange the chicken skin-side up and roast for 40–45 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon Zahtar over the chicken and vegetables just before serving.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with wedges from the remaining lemon.

Serve with warm pita, hummus, couscous or a simple cucumber and tomato salad.

Featured Spice: Zamouri Spices Zahtar (Za’atar) Middle Eastern Herb & Sesame Blend

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