Pan-Roasted Zaatar Chicken (Printable Version)

Crispy chicken and golden potatoes tossed in aromatic zaatar, roasted to tender perfection.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Poultry

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (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

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Set oven temperature to 425°F.
02 - Pat chicken thighs dry, then toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp zaatar, smoked paprika, half the salt, and pepper.
03 - In a separate bowl, mix potatoes, red onion, and garlic with remaining olive oil, zaatar, salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
04 - Place potatoes and onions in a single layer in a large ovenproof skillet or roasting pan. Nestle chicken thighs skin-side up among the vegetables.
05 - Cook for 35–40 minutes until chicken skin is crisp, internal temperature is 165°F, and potatoes are tender and golden.
06 - Remove from oven, drizzle lemon juice over chicken and vegetables, and let rest for 5 minutes.
07 - Sprinkle with chopped parsley and toasted sesame seeds before serving, if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy weeknight meal
  • Bold Middle Eastern flavors
02 -
  • Swap chicken thighs for drumsticks or boneless thighs with adjusted cooking time
  • Zaatar blends vary so adjust salt accordingly
03 -
  • Pat chicken dry to ensure crispy skin
  • Let rest before serving for juicy chicken
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