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    Za'atar Roasted Chicken

    Published: Oct 22, 2019 · Updated: Apr 11, 2022 by Angela Coleby · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads ·

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    Enjoy a roast chicken with all the Middle Eastern flavours of za’atar for a tasty chicken dinner. A simple low carb roast chicken dinner with plenty of flavour.

    Your kitchen will smell divine with rich aromas as the chicken roasts in its za’atar marinade. The scent of garlic with thyme is mouth-watering. Even my dogs looked at the oven with hungry desire.

    Any leftover za'atar roasted chicken can be made into delicious salad or low carb wrap fillings. Cut up the chicken into chunks and add a spoonful of mayonnaise for a creamy chicken dish.

    zaatar roasted chicken

    WHAT IS ZA’ATAR?

    Za’atar (pronounced “zah-tar’) originates from the Middle East and is an aromatic mixture of spices, herbs and sesame seeds. It is mainly sumac, toasted sesame seeds, thyme and will vary depending upon the area of the Middle East the za’atar is made. Marjoram, cumin and coriander may feature too.

    If you can’t find za’atar in your supermarket, have a look in any upscale grocery stores or Middle Eastern stores. Failing, that it is simple enough to make yourself. Some of the best za’atar I have enjoyed has been made by my Lebanese friends as Za’atar is to Lebanon what tomato ketchup is to the UK!

    HOW TO USE ZA'ATAR

    Za’atar can be used in many dishes.  From sprinkling on your breakfast eggs, used in a dip, baked in a flatbread, as a rub with chicken and fish.  I’ve used it in my turnip fries and baked eggplant fries for an extra boost of flavour.

    zaatar roasted chicken

    What to serve with Za'atar roasted chicken

    You could serve this roasted chicken dish with an assortment of roasted vegetables such as Parmesan roasted asparagus, garlic roasted broccoli or roasted turnip stacks. This also goes well with a salad if you are enjoying this in summer.

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    Za'atar Roasted Chicken

    Angela Coleby
    A roasted chicken with all the flavours of za'atar.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 45 mins
    Total Time 1 hr
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Middle Eastern
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 136 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 medium chicken for roasting about 1.75 kg

    Marinade

    • ¼ cup zaatar
    • 3 tablespoons olive oil
    • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
    • 3 cloves garlic peeled and chopped
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 200C/400F degrees.
    • In a bowl, mix all the marinade ingredients.
    • Place the chicken in a roasting tin.
    • Smear the marinade over the chicken and under the skin.
    • Cover with foil and roast for 45 minutes, basting every 15 minutes.
    • The chicken is done when the juices run clear or the wings and legs wiggle loosely.
    • Remove from the oven and stand for 10-15 minutes before carving.

    Notes

    Roasting times for chicken will vary depending upon the size.   A general roasting guide is 45 minutes per kg plus 20 minutes.
    The net carbs will be the total carb count minus the fibre count. Carb count excludes sugar alcohols.
    Any nutritional analysis on the website is based on an estimate, calculated by http://nutritiondata.self.com from the individual ingredients in each recipe. Variations may occur for various reasons, including product availability and food preparation. We make no representation or warranty of the accuracy of this information.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 136kcalCarbohydrates: 1.5gProtein: 14gFat: 8gFiber: 0.5gSugar: -3g
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    1. Judy

      September 13, 2022 at 9:52 pm

      This is easy and excellent! I use 8 piece cut up chicken., or chicken quarters This is the second time I made it. I adapted it to a crockpot during a 100+ heat wave here in Los Angeles. And it was great. It's didn't heat up the kitchen, and kept our electric usage down. Very concerned about power outs, so crockpot must use less than a big oven.

      This time, I used Chicken quarters--legs and thigh. I first seared the chicken quarters in olive oil. Then I put the chicken in the crockpot, sprinkling the ingredients over the chicken parts.

      I added a cup of chicken broth for extra liquid. I ended up cooking it 4 hours on high, because I forgot to turn in on at the 6 hour mark for cooking on low! LOL

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      • Angela Coleby

        September 15, 2022 at 9:46 am

        Glad you enjoyed it and interesting to know that it worked in the crockpot!

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