Zaatar Chicken with Roasted Vegetables and Tahini Delight
A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring zaatar-seasoned chicken thighs, roasted vegetables, and a creamy tahini sauce.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4-6 pieces Chicken Thighs Skin-on or skinless, about 1.5 to 2 pounds.
- 2-3 tablespoons Zaatar Spice Blend A blend of dried thyme, oregano, marjoram, sesame seeds, and sumac.
- 2 cups Bell Peppers Sliced into strips, mixed colors for visual appeal.
- 1 medium Red Onion Cut into wedges.
- 2 medium Carrots Sliced into rounds.
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin olive oil for coating.
- 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste.
Tahini Sauce Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Tahini Ground sesame seeds for creamy sauce.
- 1 clove Garlic Minced.
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
- 2-4 tablespoons Water To adjust consistency of tahini sauce.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken thighs with the zaatar spice blend, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- Prepare the vegetables by tossing the sliced bell peppers, red onion, and carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in the center of a baking sheet and surround with the seasoned vegetables.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
- While roasting, prepare the tahini sauce by whisking together tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, and water until creamy.
- Let the chicken and vegetables rest for a few minutes after roasting.
- Serve the roasted chicken and vegetables on a platter, drizzled with tahini sauce.
- Enjoy warm, savoring the blend of flavors and textures.
Notes
This dish can be served with couscous or rice, and is perfect for gatherings.