Baked Za'atar Chicken Thighs

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Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are simply coated in za'atar and olive oil, then baked to perfection. The chicken gets a simple treatment because the za'atar spice mix imparts loads of flavor! Even better, it takes just a couple of minutes to prepare. I like these baked chicken thighs alongside a Middle Eastern inspired side dish, or try them in a wrap or green salad with a tahini dressing.

Submitted by Diana Moutsopoulos

Updated on January 14, 2022

Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

40 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons za'atar
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt to taste

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix together the za'atar, salt, and olive oil until the consistency of a thick paste. Add chicken thighs to the bowl, and toss to coat liberally on all sides. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Cook's Note:

Za'atar typically already contains salt, so take note of how salty your spice mix is and then season with additional salt accordingly. I cover the chicken very liberally with the mixture and don't leave anything left in the bowl. It may seem like a lot, but trust me - it works and it's delicious! Even my 3 year old loves it.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

175	Calories
14g	Fat
2g	Carbs
11g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 175
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g	18%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 39mg	13%
Sodium 73mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 2g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	4%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 11g	22%
Vitamin C 2mg	2%
Calcium 66mg	5%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 105mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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