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    Home » Chicken » Za’atar Seasoned Chicken

    Za’atar Seasoned Chicken

    Published: May 29, 2016 · Modified: Jun 22, 2017 by Sharee · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Za’atar Seasoned Chicken is a twist on our boring chicken seasoning that you won’t regret trying with this quick dish that is perfect for grilling or searing in a pan. 

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    I frequent my local spice shop often in search of new spices and spice combinations because I sometimes get tired of the basic grocery aisle herbs, and I like trying new flavors!

    I stumbled across this recipe online when I was trying to find a recipe for these tons of spices I like to buy from my local spice shop.  I was super excited to know that the recipe called for two of my newer spices – Za’atar and Sumac.

    Za’atar spices are a mixture of dried herbs, sumac, and sesame seeds.  Sumac – It comes from a bush that produces deep red berries.  These berries are then dried and ground up to create this spice.  Sumac has a light tangy lemon taste.

    After I combined these two spices for this recipe, I seared the chicken in a cast iron pan.  And the taste resembled a lemony grilled piece of chicken fresh off a charcoal grill.  And I loved it!

    If you have a spice shop near you go, and explore and find something different to try or grab these two spices for this recipe.  Or order these spices online!  Also this Za’atar season can be made at home.  I’ve seen a few homemade Za’atar seasoning recipes online that may be of some help to you.

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    Menu Planning Tips:

    When I cooked this for my family, I paired this chicken with my Garlic Truffled Red Mashed Potatoes.  I also sautéed kale to go with this dinner.  Try my Sautéed Kale and Tomatoes in Browned Butter.  Get the recipe HERE.

    My inspiration for this awesome recipe was found HERE.

    Enjoy!

    Za’atar Seasoned Chicken is a twist on our boring chicken seasoning that you won’t regret trying with this quick dish that is perfect for grilling or searing in a pan.

    Za'atar Seasoned Chicken

    Za’tar Seasoned Chicken is a twist on our boring chicken seasoning that you won’t regret trying with this quick dish that is perfect for grilling or searing in a pan.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Main
    Cuisine: Indian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 2 to 3
    Author: Sharee

    Ingredients

    • 5 boneless skinless chicken thighs
    • Kosher Salt
    • Freshly ground black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon allspice seasoning
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 tablespoon Za'atar seasoning (divided)
    • 1/2 tablespoon sumac spices
    • 2 whole lemons (slice one of these lemons)
    • 1/2 of small red onion (sliced)
    • 5 garlic cloves finely chopped
    • 1/8 cup extra virgin olive oil
    • Additional olive oil for cooking

    Instructions

    • First start by marinating the chicken. Season both sides of the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
    • Before adding your other seasoning to the marinade, reserve the whole lemon and 1/2 tablespoon of the za'atar seasoning. After doing this, mix the remaining spices, oil, and garlic together in a small bowl. Pour the seasoning mix over the chicken. Add the sliced lemon, and onions to the marinade. Cover the chicken and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least four hours (the longer you marinade the chicken the better.)
    • When ready to cook the chicken, remove the chicken from the marinade bag or container, and season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, and the reserved 1/2 tablespoon of za'tar seasoning. Let the chicken rest and come to room temperature while you heat the pan up.
    • Heat a pan using medium high heat. Once the pan is hot, add a few drizzles of oil to the pan.
    • Add the chicken to the pan. Brown the chicken for two minutes on each side. Then turn heat down slightly to medium heat.
    • Cook the chicken for about eight to ten minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees. Make sure to flip the chicken halfway through the cooking time.
    • Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and let the chicken rest for a few minutes so that the chicken stays moist.
    • While the chicken is resting, cut the second lemon in half and squeeze the lemons over the chicken for more lemon flavor if you like.

    Please note that I am not a nutritionist, and the nutritional information is an estimate only. It varies based on the products and brands used.

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    Comments

    1. Helena

      October 18, 2021 at 5:16 pm

      5 stars
      I love the colors in this dish, too! Yum!

      Reply
    2. Mandee Racer Pogue

      May 31, 2016 at 11:54 am

      I am so excited to try this recipe! I recently bought some Za*tar at a spice shop to try and have been looking for something to use it on! THANKS!

      Reply
      • Savory Spicerack

        June 07, 2016 at 6:28 pm

        So happy to know! Enjoy!

        Reply
    3. Kate Veggie Desserts

      May 31, 2016 at 11:47 am

      Oooooh I love za-atar and sumac – perfect together in this!

      Reply
      • Savory Spicerack

        June 07, 2016 at 6:28 pm

        I love the combination too! Didn’t know what I was missing!

        Reply
    4. Hungry_Healthy_Happy

      May 31, 2016 at 11:09 am

      This is one of our favourite seasoning, as it goes on so many things. We love it on salmon too!

      Reply
      • Savory Spicerack

        June 07, 2016 at 6:29 pm

        Oh wow thanks for sharing! I can’t wait to try this with salmon now 🙂

        Reply
    5. Homemade & Yummy

      May 31, 2016 at 7:00 am

      I love the sound of all the spices in this juicy chicken. Never too many chicken recipes in my house that’s for sure!!

      Reply
      • Savory Spicerack

        June 07, 2016 at 6:29 pm

        I know! I think I have too many chicken recipes! But that’s what I seem to always use in everything I cook!

        Reply
    6. Amanda {Striped Spatula}

      May 30, 2016 at 8:28 pm

      I discovered Za’atar at my local spice shop last year and instantly fell in love with it! This chicken looks delicious, will definitely be saving to try!

      Reply
      • Savory Spicerack

        June 07, 2016 at 6:30 pm

        I know I just recently discovered this seasoning too and I love it!

        Reply

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