Za'atar Roasted Chicken with Della Terra Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Za'atar is one of those spice blends that transforms a simple roasted chicken into something truly special. Earthy, herby, and faintly tangy, it creates a golden, aromatic crust that fills your kitchen with the most incredible smell. Paired with Della Terra 2024 Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Burlap & Barrel Za'atar, this recipe is weeknight-easy and dinner-party-worthy at the same time.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (3–4 lbs) or 4–6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp Burlap & Barrel Za'atar - Single Origin Spice & Seasoning Blend
• 3 tbsp Della Terra 2024 Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 lemon, sliced (for roasting)
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Make the Za'atar Marinade

In a small bowl, combine the Burlap & Barrel Za'atar, Della Terra Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir into a fragrant, herb-packed paste. The quality of the olive oil here really matters — its fresh, grassy notes complement the za'atar beautifully.

2. Marinate the Chicken

Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Rub the za'atar marinade all over the chicken — under the skin, over the top, and on the underside. For best results, let it marinate uncovered in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight.

3. Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 425°F. High heat is key to getting that gorgeous golden, slightly crispy skin.

4. Roast

Place the chicken in a roasting pan or cast iron skillet. Tuck the lemon slices around and under the chicken. Roast for 45–60 minutes for a whole chicken (or 35–40 minutes for thighs), until the skin is deep golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F at the thickest part.

5. Rest and Serve

Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving — this keeps it juicy. Garnish with fresh parsley and an extra drizzle of Della Terra Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil right before serving.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve over a bed of fluffy couscous or warm flatbread to soak up the pan juices.
• Pair with roasted vegetables tossed in the same za'atar and olive oil mixture.
• A simple cucumber and tomato salad with lemon and olive oil rounds out the meal perfectly.

Tips

• Don't skip the overnight marinade if you have time — the flavor penetrates deeply and the skin gets even crispier.
• Za'atar is also incredible stirred into yogurt as a dipping sauce alongside the chicken.
• Leftover chicken makes an outstanding sandwich or grain bowl the next day.

Featured Wisconsin 26 Products

• Za'atar - Single Origin Spice & Seasoning Blend by Burlap & Barrel
• 2024 Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil by Della Terra

Serves

4 people

Total Time

1 hour 15 minutes (plus marinating time)