Description
This Za’atar Sheet Pan Chicken recipe offers a simple and flavorful weeknight meal. Chicken thighs are seasoned with a blend of Za’atar, oil, and lemon, then roasted alongside vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion. The sheet pan method ensures minimal cleanup and a delicious, healthy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Za’atar seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced into half moons
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs, olive oil, Za’atar seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the chicken evenly.
- Add the sliced bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion to the bowl with the chicken. Toss gently to combine, ensuring the vegetables are also lightly coated with the seasoning and oil.
- Arrange the chicken and vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Distribute the lemon slices among the chicken and vegetables.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender-crisp. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
- Remove from oven. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken and vegetables for 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Feel free to use other vegetables like cherry tomatoes, broccoli florets, or asparagus.
- Adjust the amount of Za’atar to your taste.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg