Zaatar Roasted Chicken with Chickpeas

This za’atar-roasted chicken is bursting with vibrant flavors. Za’atar—a fragrant blend of dried oregano, thyme and/or marjoram, sumac and toasted sesame seeds—mingles with lemon and garlic, infusing chicken thighs and chickpeas with tangy, earthy and savory notes. This delicious meal is roasted on one sheet pan, making it not only full of flavor but also easy to prepare and clean up, creating a satisfying, hassle-free meal that’s perfect for busy nights.

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ⅓ cup lemon juice (from 2 lemons)
  • 1½ tablespoons za’atar
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 6 (6-ounce) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 (15½-ounce) cans no-salt-added chickpeas, rinsed
  • 2 small yellow onions, cut into ½-inch-thick wedges
  • 1 medium lemon, sliced (about ½ cup)
  • 1 whole head garlic, halved crosswise
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves

Directions

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