Spiced Roast Chicken with Zaatar Yogurt
This Spiced Roast Chicken with Za’atar Yogurt is a flavorful dish featuring a perfectly roasted chicken seasoned with a blend of spices and served with a creamy, tangy yogurt sauce. It’s aromatic and satisfying, making it a great centerpiece for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 2 tablespoons za'atar spice blend
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and rub olive oil all over the chicken, including under the skin.
- In a small bowl, combine ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, ground turmeric, salt, and pepper. Rub this spice mixture evenly over the chicken, including inside the cavity.
- Place the seasoned chicken in a roasting pan or on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 1 to 1¼ hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
- While the chicken roasts, mix Greek yogurt, za'atar spice blend, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve with za'atar yogurt drizzled over the chicken or on the side, garnished with chopped parsley or cilantro.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg