Za'atar Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner
Za'atar Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner delivers 38g protein and 668 calories per serving—a complete meal balancing high protein with training-day carbs. Yields 6 servings in quick stovetop prep, eliminating side-dish planning on busy training weeks. Built for lifters who need one-pan solutions to hit both protein and calorie targets simultaneously.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Leg Quarter, Bone-In, Skin-On(1361g)
- •Olive oil(45g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •2½ teaspoons kosher salt
- •Za'atar seasoning blend(30g)
- •Cauliflower
- •Shallot
- •Olive oil(60g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Za'atar seasoning blend(30g)
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •Garlic
- •Hummus, Prepared, Store-Bought
- •Tzatziki Sauce, Prepared
- •Couscous, Dry
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 425°F with a rack in the center position.
- 2Pat the chicken completely dry with paper towels.
- 3In a small bowl, stir together the olive oil, 2 teaspoons of the salt, and za’atar.
- 4On a rimmed sheet pan, toss the cauliflower and shallots with half of the za’atar mixture. Coat the chicken with the remaining mixture and arrange skin side up between the vegetables. Sprinkle the chicken all over with the remaining ½ teaspoon salt. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.
- 5Make the za’atar oil. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, za’atar, salt, and garlic until combined.
- 6Drizzle the chicken with the za’atar oil and serve with hummus, tahini sauce, tzatziki or couscous, if desired.
Nutrition — Per Serving
668
calories
38g
protein
54g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Saturated fat
- 12.3g
- Sodium
- 197 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.0g
6 servings per batch · ~254g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Za'atar Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner have per serving?
Each serving contains 38g of protein and 668 calories with 54g fat and 5g carbs. This high-fat, low-carb profile makes it a go-to for keto or carnivore-style approaches while maintaining solid protein intake.
How long does Za'atar Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner take to prep?
This is a quick prep recipe that batches 6 servings at once on the stovetop, making it efficient for meal prep efficiency. You're getting multiple servings prepped in minimal active time.
Is Za'atar Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner good for fat loss?
At 668 calories with only 5g carbs and 38g protein, this recipe fits a calorie-controlled fat loss phase where you're prioritizing satiety from fat and protein. The macronutrient ratio emphasizes sustained fullness over carb-dependent meals.
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