Zaatar Chicken Roasted Potatoes (Printable)

Juicy zaatar chicken thighs and crispy roasted potatoes combined for a vibrant, easy Middle Eastern dish.

# Ingredient list:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons zaatar spice blend
04 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
05 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
06 - Juice of ½ lemon

→ Vegetables

07 - 1½ pounds baby potatoes, halved
08 - 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
11 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
13 - Lemon wedges for serving

# Cooking steps:

01 - Set the oven to 425°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to facilitate cleanup.
02 - In a large bowl, toss chicken thighs with 2 tablespoons olive oil, zaatar spice, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and lemon juice. Allow to marinate while preparing vegetables.
03 - Combine halved baby potatoes and red onion wedges in a separate bowl with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the potato and onion mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Nestle marinated chicken thighs skin-side up among the vegetables.
05 - Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, until chicken skin is golden and crisp and potatoes are tender. Ensure chicken internal temperature reaches 165°F.
06 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Easy one-pan cleanup
  • Packed with bold, herby flavor
02 -
  • Zaatar blend may contain sesame, so check carefully if you have allergies.
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free and easily adaptable for other proteins.
03 -
  • Add cherry tomatoes or bell peppers for extra color and taste.
  • For quicker cooking, use boneless thighs or breasts and reduce bake time to 25–30 minutes.
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