Za’atar Chicken Bake

Za’atar Chicken Bake

An easy, aromatic and warming dish with Middle Eastern spices and butternut squash that will please everyone!
Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Resting Time 1 hr
Total Time 1 hr 55 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 1 butternut squash peeled and chopped into small, bite-size pieces (about 3-4 cups)
  • 1 red onion roughly chopped
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil
  • zest of one lemon
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 Tablespoons za’atar
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • zesty tahini dressing for serving

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, za’atar, salt and pepper in a small bowl to make the marinade.
  • Reserve 2 Tablespoons to use on the veggies.
  • Coat chicken in the remaining marinade and let sit for at least 30-60 minutes and up to 24 hours; letting the chicken marinate longer will impart more flavor.
  • Add butternut and onion mixture to a large baking sheet (for easy cleanup, line sheet with parchment or a silicone liner). Create space between the veggies and place marinated chicken on the sheet as well. Place in the preheated oven, uncovered. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until butternut squash pieces are easily pierced with a fork and chicken is cooked through. Optional: drizzle chicken with tahini before serving.
Keyword chicken, dairy free, gluten free