Za'atar Chicken with Goat Cheese Mash and Sauteed Vegetables

Ingredients

For the chicken

• 300 g skinless chicken leg

• 1/2 tsp za’atar

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the goat cheese mash

• 1/2 cup cooked mashed potatoes

• 1 tbsp goat cheese, crumbled

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• 1 tbsp milk or heavy cream

For the sautéed vegetables

• 1/2 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• salt and pepper to taste

Method

For the chicken

Mix za’atar, salt and pepper.

Rub the mixture on both sides of the chicken leg.

Cook the chicken till well-done.

For the goat cheese mash

Mix mashed potatoes, goat cheese, salt and pepper.

Add milk or heavy cream to achieve desired consistency.

For the sautéed vegetables

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Add mixed vegetables and cook until tender, about 3-5 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Drizzle with olive oil and sear until cooked through.

Assembly

Slice the cooked za’atar chicken leg.

Serve with goat cheese mash and sautéed vegetables.