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Za'atar Chicken Breast Shakshuka

Our tested Pan-Seared Chicken Breast Shakshuka: spiced, generous, and balanced with za'atar. Serves 2 people with plenty to go around.

4.7 from 2,370 cooks
Prep20 min
Cook35 min
Serves2
LevelMedium
Free to cook
Za'atar Chicken Breast Shakshuka
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the za'atar elements, and pat the chicken breast dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Turn up the heat and add the chicken breast. Sear in a hot pan without crowding until a deep golden crust forms, then rest briefly.

Stir in the chickpeas and the rest of the za'atar flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the red onion along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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