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Za’atar Chicken with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Diet Type | | | Meal Type

Submitted by Chef Kris Gaudet

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Chef’s Tips

This dish is best served with Basmati Rice. Try adding orange juice and spices such as coriander to the rice cooking liquid, to add more flavour to your meal.

Za’atar Seasoning is a blend of Sumac, Thyme, Marjoram, Oregano and Sesame Seeds. It is a popular blend used in many Middle Eastern countries. It can be found in Middle Eastern grocery stores or the International aisle at your local grocery store.

Za’atar Chicken with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Ingredients

4
Chicken thighs
2
Spanish Onions, cut in 1” wedges
2
Garlic heads, halved crosswise (5 cloves each)
2
Garlic cloves
1
Lemon quartered, seeds removed
Black pepper, freshly ground – to taste
1/2 cup
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 cup
Greek Yogurt, plain
3 tbsp
Za’atar Spice Blend
1 tsp
Coriander, ground
1 tsp
Lemon zest
1 tsp
Lime zest

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Arrange chicken thighs, onions, garlic halves and lemon quarters in baking dish/roasting pan.
  2. Pour oil and season with salt and pepper. Coat all ingredients.
  3. Roast for approximately 50 minutes. Internal temperature must reach 175 degrees F.
  4. Meanwhile, grate one garlic clove in a small bowl, add yogurt, pepper, with a splash of water to loosen sauce.
  5. Remove pan from oven, discard everything but the chicken thighs.
  6. Increase oven temperature to 400 degrees F to crisp the skin. Approx. 7 minutes.
  7. Add pan drippings to Za’atar seasoning, lemon zest, lime zest, and pepper.
  8. Rub mixture on chicken thighs.
  9. Serve with Garlic Yogurt Sauce and Lemon or chopped parsley.

Nutrient Analysis

  • Calories: 1776 KCal
  • Protein: 84 g
  • Carbohydrates: 32 g
  • Fibre: 8 g
  • Total Fat: 116 g
  • Sodium: 408 mg
  • Phosphorus: 900 mg
  • Potassium: 1728 mg

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