Zaatar Roast Chicken

🛒 Ingredients

• Whole Chicken 220 g · 440 kcal
• Olive Oil 15 g · 135 kcal
• Za'atar Spice Blend 5 g · 25 kcal
• Lemon 5 g · 2 kcal
• Garlic 5 g · 8 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F). Pat the whole chicken thoroughly dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, za'atar spice blend, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create a fragrant marinade.
3. Place the chicken in a large roasting pan. Rub the marinade generously all over the chicken, including under the skin.
4. Optionally, stuff the chicken cavity with lemon halves and extra garlic cloves.
5. Roast for 60-90 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F) in the thickest part of the thigh, and the skin is golden and crispy.
6. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving and serving.