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Baked Za'atar Tahini Chicken Thighs

Baked Za'atar Tahini Chicken Thighs for a Flavorful Feast

Discover the delightful Baked Za'atar Tahini Chicken Thighs, a simple, flavorful dish perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Tahini Mix with water if too thick.
  • 2 tablespoons Za'atar Do not skip this!
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Substitute with extra lemon juice for lighter touch.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Can switch to bone-in, adjusting bake time as necessary.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Reserved Marinade Mix with extra tahini and water if needed.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, combine tahini, za'atar, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and minced garlic until smooth.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Reserve a quarter of marinade, add chicken, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Bake Chicken: Arrange chicken on baking sheet and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Prepare Sauce: While baking, transfer reserved marinade to a bowl, and thin out with a splash of water if needed.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then drizzle with sauce and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate overnight for deeper flavor and check internal temperature for best results.

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