Samantha Nicole Za’atar refers to a seasoning mixture popular in the Middle East, with notes of nuttiness, toastiness, herbiness, and tanginess, with a slight touch of mintiness. Za’atar Chicken coats the chicken in za’atar with other earthy, smoky spices and then slow-cooks it. The result is melt-in-your-mouth meat paired with sweet dried fruits perfect for serving over rice. Za’atar Chicken is easy to make and will welcome you home after a long day with a warm, aromatic welcome!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup za’atar seasoning
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 3 pounds chicken thighs, bone-in
- 1 cup pimiento-stuffed olives
- 1/2 cup dried apricots
- 1/2 cup dried plums, pitted
- 1/4 cup water
- basmati rice, optional, cooked and hot, for serving
Directions
Step 1 –In a large bowl, combine the za’atar seasoning, olive oil, oregano, salt, cumin, and turmeric.
Step 2 –Add the chicken to the bowl and toss to coat.
Step 3 –In the bottom of a slow cooker, arrange the olives, apricots, and plums.
Step 4 –Add the water.
Step 5 –Top with the chicken.
Step 6 –Cover and cook on low until the chicken is tender, about 5-6 hours.
Step 7 –Serve with rice!
