Sheet Pan Za'atar Chicken with Preserved Lemon and Chickpeas

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Juicy chicken thighs roasted with fragrant za'atar spice, tender chickpeas, and tangy preserved lemon for a vibrant Mediterranean meal. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, za'atar spice blend, preserved lemon, finely chopped 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: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, combine 6 chicken thighs, 2 tbsp za'atar, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1/4 cup chopped parsley. Toss to coat chicken evenly and let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Arrange the marinated chicken thighs skin-side up on a large sheet pan. Scatter 1 can (15 oz) drained chickpeas and 1 finely chopped preserved lemon evenly around the chicken.
  3. Step 3: Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the chicken skin is golden and crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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