Best Grilled Zaatar Chicken Recipes

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GRILLED ZA'ATAR CHICKEN WITH CUCUMBER-WATERMELON SALAD



Grilled Za'atar Chicken with Cucumber-Watermelon Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 small skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons za'atar spice blend, plus more for topping
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons pine nuts
4 Persian cucumbers
2 cups diced watermelon
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup torn fresh mint or cilantro
1/3 cup hummus
1/4 cup plain whole-milk yogurt

Steps:

  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Rub all over with the za'atar and 1 tablespoon olive oil; set aside.
  • Toast the pine nuts in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, stirring, until golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and remove to a small bowl.
  • Return the skillet to medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the chicken and cook until browned on the bottom, about 5 minutes. Flip, reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking until the chicken is cooked through, 8 to 10 more minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest.
  • Meanwhile, halve the cucumbers lengthwise and slice 1/2 inch thick. Combine in a large bowl with the watermelon, remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, the lemon juice and mint; season with salt and pepper and toss.
  • Stir the hummus and yogurt in a small bowl; spoon onto plates. Slice the chicken and place on top of the hummus. Drain off any excess liquid from the cucumber-watermelon salad and add to the plates. Sprinkle with the pine nuts and more za'atar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 96 milligrams, Sodium 618 milligrams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 9 grams

GRILLED ZA'ATAR CHICKEN



Grilled Za'atar Chicken image

Most recipes using za'atar seasoning often incorporate fresh herbs which give the seasoning a green color. I chose to use dry herbs to give a consistent flavor. Most companies now make za'atar seasoning so feel free to use 2 tablespoons za'atar seasoning from Savory Spice Shop® (or other purveyor) or create your own.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 ½ teaspoons sumac powder
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon oregano
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
¼ cup grapeseed oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, butterflied
nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine cumin, sumac powder, sesame seeds, salt, thyme, oregano, and marjoram in a 1-gallon resealable plastic bag. Add grapeseed oil and lemon juice; mix to combine. Add chicken breast, mix with seasoning, and marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Spray the grate of the grill with cooking spray, and preheat the grill to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
  • Grill chicken breasts, flipping halfway, until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 7 to 8 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 349.2 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

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