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Za'atar-Spiced Chicken Thighs with Charred Lemon

Boneless chicken thighs marinated in za'atar, olive oil, and lemon, then seared until crisp with charred lemon halves.

Ingredients

  • 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs about 1.5 lb
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp za'atar spice blend
  • 2 lemons 1 juiced, 1 halved
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, to garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, za'atar, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add chicken thighs and toss to coat. Marinate at room temperature for 20-30 minutes, or refrigerate up to 4 hours.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs 6-7 minutes per side until deeply golden and cooked through.
  4. In the last few minutes, add the lemon halves cut-side down to the skillet to char.
  5. Rest the chicken 5 minutes, then garnish with parsley and serve with the charred lemon for squeezing.