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Za’atar Chicken

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By: Leigh Anne WilkesPosted: 8/08/21Updated: 9/06/23

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Za’atar Chicken quickly became a favorite at our house. It is packed with flavor from the mix of seasonings.

Parsley Chicken

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Za’atar is a spice blend with Middle Eastern origins. It contains a spice by the same name, also called Syrian oregano, as well as toasted sesame seeds, dried sumac, and other spices. This equates to a lot of flavor.

This seasoning combination along with the garlic and parsley was wonderful.

Parsley Chicken

Ingredients

  • Chicken Breasts, boneles, skinless
  • Flat Leaf Parsley
  • Lemon
  • Red Wine Vinegar
  • Oliva Oil
  • Garlic Cloves
  • Za’atar 
  • Garlic Salt
  • Ground Pepper
Parsley Chicken

How To Make Za’atar Chicken

  • Pound chicken breasts down to uniform thickness throughout (about 1-inch thickness)and place in large bowl
  • Juice lemon and add fresh lemon juice to the bowl with the chicken.
  • Add remaining ingredients to the bowl and use tongs to coat pieces evenly.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and place into fridge for 30 mins – 1 hour
  • Preheat grill on high
  • Remove chicken from fridge and let rest until grill is up to temperature
  • Turn grill down to medium low heat.
  • Coat chicken evenly marinade and place chicken breast side down onto grill.
  • Allow meat to cook, untouched, on one side. Then flip chicken breast over and continue cooking.
  • Remove from grill and let meat rest, covered, for 3-5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Parsley Chicken

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find Za’atar?

I was not able to find Za’atar at a local store, but did locate some online at Amazon and at Penzey Spices. There is also a recipe to make your own that I have included in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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Pair This With:

  • Lime Cilantro Rice
  • Spinach Salad
  • Roasted Broccoli

Check out more of my favorite chicken recipes:

  • Spicy Thai Basil Chicken
  • Coconut Curry Chicken
  • Balsamic Chicken and Peppers

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Parsley Chicken

Za’atar Chicken

Recipe From: Leigh Anne Wilkes
Za'atar chicken is made with a delicious mix of herbs and spices to create a delicious and flavorful chicken dish.
serves: 4 servings
Prep:10 minutes minutes
Cook:15 minutes minutes
Total:25 minutes minutes
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Ingredients

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 C. fresh flat leaf parsley minced
  • 1 large lemon washed thoroughly
  • 1/4 C red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 C olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced or pressed
  • 1 tsp za'atar
  • 1/2 tsp garlic salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground pepper

Instructions

  • Pound chicken breasts down to uniform thickness throughout (about 1-inch thickness)and place in large bowl
  • Halve lemon and juice well
  • Add lemon juice to bowl
  • Add remaining ingredients and use tongs to coat pieces evenly
  • Cover with plastic wrap and place into fridge for 30 mins – 1 hour
  • Preheat grill on high
  • Remove chicken from fridge and let rest until grill is up to temperature
  • With tongs, move breasts around to coat evenly
  • Turn grill down to medium low heat
  • Place chicken breast-side-down onto grill
  • Do not move meat as much as possible until finished cooking on one side, about 10 minutes depending on size of chicken.
  • Flip breasts over and continue cooking until almost cooked through, about 5-10 more minutes.
  • Remove from grill
  • Let meat rest, covered, on cutting board for 3-5 mins before slicing and serving

Tips & Notes:

If you are unable to find za’atar, you can substitute it with:
  • 1 tsp marjoram
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 136kcal (7%) Carbohydrates: 3g (1%) Protein: 1g (2%) Fat: 14g (22%) Saturated Fat: 2g (13%) Sodium: 309mg (13%) Potassium: 164mg (5%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 1g (1%) Vitamin A: 2491IU (50%) Vitamin C: 40mg (48%) Calcium: 48mg (5%) Iron: 2mg (11%)
* Disclaimer: All nutrition information are estimates only. Read full disclosure here.
Course:Main Dish
Cuisine:American
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