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Plate of tahini chicken garnished with herbs and served with vegetables

Tahini Chicken

Creamy and flavorful tahini chicken that's quick to prepare and perfect for the family, all in one pan!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/3 cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs You can substitute with chicken breasts if preferred.
  • optional Fresh herbs for garnish Great way to add flavor and color.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
  3. Coat the chicken thighs in the tahini marinade, cover, and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
  3. Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, alongside grains or a salad.

Notes

For extra crispiness, flip the chicken halfway through baking. You can swap tahini for almond or sunflower butter if necessary.