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    Lemon-Za'atar Chicken with Herbed Garlic Yogurt

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    A flavorful chicken dish marinated with lemon, za'atar, and herbs, served with a refreshing herbed garlic yogurt sauce.

    Ingredients for Lemon-Za'atar Chicken with Herbed Garlic Yogurt

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    Garlic Clove, finely grated, pressed, or minced

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    Lemons, zested

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    Plain Whole-Milk Yogurt

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    Fresh Cilantro, chopped

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    Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    tablespoons

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    Za'atar

    tablespoons

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    Oregano, chopped

    tablespoons

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    Salt

    teaspoons

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    Freshly Ground Black Pepper

    teaspoons

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    Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs

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    How to Make Lemon-Za'atar Chicken with Herbed Garlic Yogurt

    1. Prepare the Marinade

    In a large bowl or container, combine 5 grated garlic cloves, half of the lemon zest, 1/3 cup of yogurt, the chopped cilantro, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1.5 tablespoons of za’atar, the chopped oregano or marjoram, 1.75 teaspoons of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Give it a good stir until everything is well combined and fragrant.

    2. Marinate the Chicken

    Add the chicken thighs to the bowl, tossing them in the marinade until they are well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight.

    3. Cook the Chicken

    Preheat your grill or broiler to high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off any excess. Grill or broil the chicken thighs for about 5 to 8 minutes on each side, until they have charred spots and are just cooked through.

    4. Prepare the Yogurt Sauce

    In a small bowl, stir together the remaining 2/3 cup of yogurt, 1 grated garlic clove, the remaining lemon zest, a pinch of salt, and a dash of black pepper.

    5. Serve the Dish

    To serve, halve the zested lemons and arrange the chicken on a platter. Drizzle the chicken with a bit of extra-virgin olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Garnish with additional cilantro and oregano or marjoram sprigs. Serve the chicken with the herbed garlic yogurt sauce on the side, and sprinkle a bit more za’atar over everything if desired.

    Variations

    Flavor Variations

    Substitute za'atar with oregano, thyme, rosemary, or introduce cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, or use different citrus fruits.

    Sauce Swaps

    Use tzatziki, green herb sauce, or spicy aioli in place of herbed garlic yogurt.

    Protein Swaps

    Use tofu, tempeh, fish, lamb, or pork as alternatives to chicken.

    Serving Suggestions

    Serve with grains like rice or quinoa, vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers, or as wraps with flatbreads or tortillas.

    Za'atar Blend Adjustments

    Make your own za'atar with proportions of sumac, sesame seeds, thyme, or oregano, and add cumin or coriander.


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