Za'atar Roasted Chicken with Tahini Yogurt
Aromatic za'atar roasted chicken with a creamy tahini yogurt sauce, a flavorful Middle Eastern delight.
Equipment
- baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- whisk,
Ingrediënten
- Chicken whole, 1.5 kg
- Garlic cloves 4 minced
- Lemon 1 (juice and zest)
- Olive oil 4 tablespoons
- Tahini 4 tablespoons
- Yogurt plain, 200g
- Za'atar spice mix 3 tablespoons
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Parsley fresh chopped, 2 tablespoons (for garnish)
Instructies
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a mixing bowl, combine za'atar, minced garlic, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the za'atar mixture all over the chicken.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish.
- Roast for 60 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and skin is crispy.
- While the chicken roasts, prepare the tahini yogurt sauce.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together tahini, yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Adjust consistency with water if needed.
- Remove chicken from oven and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Slice the chicken and serve with tahini yogurt sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Serve with roasted vegetables or couscous for a complete meal.Wine Advice:
A dry rosé or a light-bodied red wine like Pinot Noir complements the savory flavors.Nutritional Information
Calories: 550 kcal | Carbohydrates: 15 g | Protein: 50 g | Fat: 35 g | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 4 g | Salt: 1.2 g
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