How about trying this easy and delicious Za’atar Chicken and Veggies recipe for a quick and healthy dinner? We love using chicken in our meals, and this recipe adds a flavorful twist to your usual routine! The chicken is coated with za’atar, giving it a fantastic earthy and lemony taste that perfectly complements the roasted veggies.
Za’atar Chicken with Vegetables
Ingredients
- 1 pound cherry tomatoes
- 2 medium zucchini diced
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/2 red onion chopped
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup green olives
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 2 chicken breasts sliced into 4 thin pieces
- Za’atar to taste
- Optional garnish: feta tahini, cucumber sauce, hummus
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Place all the veggies and olives in a baking dish. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil, stir to combine, and coat evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the veggies are tender.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, and za’atar. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side or until the chicken reaches 165°F.
- Divide the cooked chicken and veggies onto plates and garnish with feta, tahini, cucumber sauce, and/or hummus, if desired.
- Store any leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days.