Pan-Roasted Zaatar Chicken (Printable Version)

Crispy zaatar-seasoned chicken thighs and roasted potatoes infused with smoky paprika and lemon zest.

# Ingredient List:

→ Poultry

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (approximately 1.2 lbs)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1.5 lbs Yukon gold or red potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks
03 - 1 medium red onion, cut into thick wedges
04 - 4 garlic cloves, minced

→ Spices & Seasonings

05 - 2 tbsp zaatar spice blend
06 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
07 - ¾ tsp kosher salt
08 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Oils & Acids

09 - 3 tbsp olive oil
10 - Juice of ½ lemon (about 1 tbsp)
11 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Garnishes (optional)

12 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
13 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

# Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 425°F.
02 - Pat chicken thighs dry and toss in a large bowl with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp zaatar, smoked paprika, half the kosher salt, and half the black pepper.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine potatoes, red onion, and garlic with remaining olive oil, remaining zaatar, kosher salt, black pepper, and lemon zest.
04 - Place the potatoes and onion mixture evenly in a large ovenproof skillet or roasting pan; nestle chicken thighs skin-side up among the vegetables.
05 - Cook in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes until chicken skin crisps and internal temperature reaches 165°F, and potatoes turn golden and tender.
06 - Remove from oven, drizzle with lemon juice, and rest for 5 minutes.
07 - Top with chopped parsley and toasted sesame seeds if desired before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • Swap chicken thighs for drumsticks or boneless thighs if preferred adjust cooking time as needed
  • Zaatar blends vary adjust salt if your blend is salty
03 -
  • Pat chicken dry for crisp skin
  • Use fresh lemon zest for bright flavor
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