Sheet Pan Za’atar Chicken Thighs with Chickpeas

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-17 · Updated 2026-05-17

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Oven-roasted chicken thighs seasoned with fragrant za’atar spice blend served alongside caramelized chickpeas for a savory one-pan meal. This Middle Eastern-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs bone-in skin-on chicken thighs, olive oil, za’atar seasoning for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp za’atar seasoning
1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp za’atar seasoning, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly.
Step 2: On a large rimmed baking sheet, spread 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas in an even layer. Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over chickpeas and sprinkle with 3 minced garlic cloves, tossing gently.
Step 3: Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs skin-side up on top of the chickpeas. Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes until chicken skin is golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F, and chickpeas are crispy around edges.
Step 4: Remove from oven and drizzle 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice over everything. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.