Description
This Baked Zaatar Yogurt Chicken recipe combines tender chicken marinated in a flavorful blend of Greek yogurt, zaatar seasoning, and aromatic herbs. The result is juicy, succulent chicken with a zesty kick, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinade:
- 2 lbs (8) boneless chicken thighs or breasts (skin on or off)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice + zest from lemon
- 2 cloves garlic (crushed and chopped)
- 2 tbsp zaatar seasoning
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes ((or Aleppo flakes))
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Marinate: Whisk together all marinade ingredients. Pour over chicken in a bag or container, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare chicken: Coat a baking dish with cooking spray. Place chicken in a single layer in the dish.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with parsley. Serve with couscous and warm pita.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the chicken for a longer period for more flavor.
- Adjust spice levels to suit your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: Baked Zaatar Chicken, Yogurt Marinated Chicken, Middle Eastern Chicken Recipe
