Description
Baked Zaatar Yogurt Chicken is a mouth-watering dish that combines tender chicken with a creamy, tangy marinade infused with aromatic za’atar spices. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for quick family dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. The yogurt not only adds flavor but also helps keep the chicken moist and juicy during baking. Served alongside fluffy couscous or warm pita, this dish offers a delightful blend of textures and tastes that everyone will love. Easy to prepare ahead of time, Baked Zaatar Yogurt Chicken is not just a meal; it’s a culinary experience that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice + zest
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 tbsp zaatar seasoning
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, garlic, zaatar, salt, black pepper until smooth.
- Place chicken in a plastic bag or container and pour marinade over it. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for better flavor).
- Coat a baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil. Remove excess marinade from chicken and place in the dish in a single layer.
- Bake uncovered for about 45 minutes or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg