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Keto & Air Fryer Whole Zaatar Chicken 

In a nutshell, keto diet consists of 70-80% fat, 10-20% protein and 5-10% carb, thus a juicy chicken with a crispy skin, covered with a Zaatar coating and swimming in its own pool of juices, and fat drippings is just the perfect Keto main dish.

I marinated the chicken with a full fat yogurt base marinade which contributed to the fat percentage required in this keto meal. Also, the sesame in the za’atar blend is high on fat and low on carb which makes it a keto strong asset.

I successuly tested this chicken several times and it comes out perfect every time, making Keto and non Keto people in my family quite happy!

Zaatar Health Benefits 

Since COVID-19 rattled our lives, Zaatar has been the most solicited cooking asset in my kitchen. Among its many health benefits, Za’atar is a mood, immune, and energy booster. 

You no longer need to make a special trip to the Middle Eastern store, as Amazon has a large variety of good Zaatar blends, which I objectively endorse, such as Ziyad or Zaatar by Z&Z.

Zaatar is Keto friendly as it is packed with excellent antioxidant herbs, such as Marjoram, thyme, and oregano, and contains toasted sesame that is high on fat and low on carb which makes it Keto approved.

Keto Zaatar Chicken 

Zaatar Chicken Of Andrea’s Grill 

Success Secrets Of Epic Keto & Air Fryer Zaatar Chicken

1. Using organic chicken is almost a must for Keto followers. I got mine from Costco.
2. Dry brine the chicken with kosher salt and ground black pepper to tenderize it and flavor it. This step makes all the difference in the texture and taste of chicken. Dry brine is less messy than the wet one and I strongly recommend it. (See recipe)
3. Butterfly the chicken for even cooking, to fit in the Air fryer, and to reduce the cooking time. That is optional though.
4. Apply the full fat yogurt based marinade at least 3 hours or preferably overnight for maximum penetration of flavors.
5. Preheat the Air Fryer for 10 minutes before roasting the chicken.
6. Air Fry the chicken for 20- 30 minutes until the juices run clear when you poke the breast with a fork.
7. After the chicken is cooked to perfection, get it out of the air fryer and let it rest for 10 minutes, covered loosely with aluminum foil.

Check Out More Egyptian Keto Recipes: 

Also, you might like:

• Molokhia
• Salated Zabadi Bel Khiar (Cucumber-Yogurt Salad)
• Renga Bel Tahini (Egyptian Smoked Herring-Tahini Recipe)

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Keto & Air Fryer Egyptian Whole Zaatar Chicken

Recipe credit to Chez Nermine

Serves 4-6  people

INGREDIENTS

• One whole organic chicken, approx. 700 grams (preferably free range)
• Dry Brine (recipe follows)
• Yogurt-based marinade (recipe follows)
• Zaatar blend rub
• 1 tablespoon grass-fed butter

For the Dry Brine 

• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon black pepper

For the Yogurt Marinade 

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon za’atar blend
• 1 teaspoon sumac
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper or harissa (optional)
• ½ teaspoon seven spices
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated

For the Zaatar Rub 

• 1 – 2 tablespoons za’atar blend 

DIRECTIONS