Za'atar Chicken and Hummus Bowls

one bowl of za'atar grilled chicken with hummus and cucumber, red onion, feta and herbs

5 from 3 votes

Za'atar Chicken and Hummus Bowls

This lemony za'atar chicken and hummus bowl with cucumber and herb salad makes a great quick and healthy lunch or dinner option!

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Course: dinner, lunch

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Servings:

Calories: 1101kcal

Author: Leigh Anderson

Ingredients

Chicken

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/4 c olive oil
2 cloves garlic grated
2 tbsp za'atar spice
zest from one lemon
salt and pepper

Salad

2 small Persian cucumbers thinly sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 handfull dill coarsely chopped
3 sprigs fresh mint leaves only
1/2 red onion thinly sliced
1 c hummus
6 oz feta cheese optional

Instructions

In a large bowl toss the chicken thighs with the olive oil, za'atar, grated garlic, lemon zest and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Heat a sauté pan over medium/high heat. Cook the chicken thighs on one side, undisturbed for 5 minutes then flip to the second side and cook for another 7-10 minutes until cooked through.
Meanwhile toss together the salad ingredients in a bowl; sliced cucumber, onion, dill, mint leaves, lemon, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
To assemble divide the hummus between two bowls, use the back of a spoon to spread it across the bottom of the bowl. Top the hummus with the cooked chicken then the salad and feta cheese. Drizzle with any remaining dressing left in the bowl. Serve immediately.

Notes

Storing and Reheating:

Za'atar Chicken and Hummus Bowls will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to three days. The chicken can be reheated in a preheated 350 F oven for 5-10 minutes.

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