Grilled Za'atar Chicken

Most recipes using za'atar seasoning often incorporate fresh herbs which give the seasoning a green color. I chose to use dry herbs to give a consistent flavor. Most companies now make za'atar seasoning so feel free to use 2 tablespoons za'atar seasoning from Savory Spice Shop® (or other purveyor) or create your own.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 259 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• ¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
• nonstick cooking spray
• ¼ cup grapeseed oil
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
• ¼ teaspoon oregano
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, butterflied
• 1 ½ teaspoons sumac powder

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine cumin, sumac powder, sesame seeds, salt, thyme, oregano, and marjoram in a 1-gallon resealable plastic bag. Add grapeseed oil and lemon juice; mix to combine. Add chicken breast, mix with seasoning, and marinate for 30 minutes.

Step 2

Spray the grate of the grill with cooking spray, and preheat the grill to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).

Step 3

Grill chicken breasts, flipping halfway, until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 7 to 8 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).