Slow Cooker Za'atar Ground Chicken

• •1.5 lb Ground Chicken (lean)
• •1 piece Yellow Onion (diced)
• •3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• •1 tbsp Olive Oil
• •1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt (full-fat recommended)
• •2 tbsp Za'atar Spice Blend
• •1 cup Chicken Broth
• •2 tbsp Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• •1 tsp Salt (or to taste)
• •1 tsp Black Pepper (or to taste)
• •1 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground chicken and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

2. 2

   Add the diced yellow onion to the skillet with the cooked ground chicken and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

3. 3

   Transfer the browned chicken, onion, and garlic mixture to the slow cooker insert.

4. 4

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, Za'atar spice blend, chicken broth, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

5. 5

   Pour the yogurt mixture over the ground chicken in the slow cooker and stir gently to combine everything evenly.

6. 6

   Cover the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or on LOW for 6-8 hours, or until the chicken is very tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.

7. 7

   Once cooked, stir well. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Chef's Tips

• 💡Serve this Za'atar Ground Chicken in warm pita bread with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and a drizzle of tahini sauce for a delicious wrap.
• 💡It's also excellent served over a bed of fluffy couscous, rice, or quinoa, making it a complete and satisfying meal.
• 💡For extra richness, a tablespoon of butter can be added with the olive oil when browning the chicken.
• 💡If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can remove the lid for the last 30 minutes of cooking on high to allow some moisture to evaporate.