Za'atar-Spiced Chicken Kebabs with Garlic Tahini Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-05 · Updated 2026-08-05

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Juicy chicken kebabs marinated in za'atar and lemon, grilled to perfection, and served with a creamy garlic tahini sauce for dipping. This Middle Eastern-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs olive oil, za'atar seasoning, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 12 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp za'atar seasoning
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
8 wooden skewers, soaked in water
1/2 cup tahini
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup water
1 tbsp lemon juice (for sauce)
1/4 tsp salt (for sauce)

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1.5 pounds chicken thigh pieces with 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp za'atar seasoning, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss until chicken is thoroughly coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken pieces onto 8 soaked wooden skewers evenly.
Step 3: Grill chicken kebabs for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until cooked through and slightly charred at edges.
Step 4: Meanwhile, whisk together 1/2 cup tahini, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/4 cup water, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
Step 5: Serve the warm chicken kebabs with garlic tahini sauce on the side for dipping.