🍲 Hearty🥑 Low-carb
Za'atar Roast Chicken
Roast chicken thighs with za'atar, garlic and lemon. Simple, aromatic and deeply satisfying.
Prep 10 min · Cook 35 min · Serves 1
Nutrition per serving (estimate)
440kcal
46gprotein
8gcarbs
24gfat
Fiber2 g
Sugar2 g
A source ofProtein, B Vitamins, Zinc
Why we like it
Bone-in, skin-on thighs stay juicy and crisp up in the oven, and za'atar (a blend of thyme, oregano, sumac and sesame) gives a tangy, herby crust. Serve with a simple salad for an easy low-carb dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 tbsp za'atar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon
- 4 garlic cloves
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley
- Simple salad to serve
Method
- Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F.
- Mix za'atar with olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
- Score chicken skin and rub marinade all over — under the skin too.
- Place in a roasting pan. Squeeze half the lemon over.
- Roast 30-35 minutes until skin is crispy and juices run clear.
- Rest 5 minutes.
- Serve with salad, remaining lemon and fresh parsley.
Nutrition values are estimates. Nourity is a personal wellbeing journal, not medical or diet advice.