Homemade Sourdough Bread with Mediterranean Chicken & Zutziki

Ingredients

• 1–2 chicken fillets

• 1–2 slices sourdough bread (toasted if desired)

• Olive oil

• Seasoning mixture:

  • 1 tsp thyme

  • 1 tsp paprika powder

  • 1 tsp oregano

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp onion powder

  • Salt & pepper to taste

• Zutziki
  

Equipment

• Enameled Cast Iron Roasting Pan
  
• Cast Iron Skillet

Instructions

1. Prepare the Zutziki

   • Make the Zutziki according to the linked recipe and chill in the refrigerator until serving.

2. Preheat the Oven

   • Set oven to 200°C / 400°F.

3. Season the Chicken

   • Place chicken fillets in an enameled cast iron roasting pan.

   • Drizzle with olive oil and rub all over.

   • Mix together thyme, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

   • Coat the chicken evenly with the seasoning mixture.

4. Bake

   • Roast in the oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 74°C / 165°F.

5. Rest the Chicken

   • Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5–10 minutes to retain its juices.

6. Toast the Bread

   • Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat.

   • Brush each slice of sourdough lightly with olive oil.

   • Toast in the skillet until golden and slightly crisp on both sides.

7. Assemble the Dish

   • Slice the chicken thinly.

   • Place slices on top of the toasted sourdough bread.

   • Finish generously with Zutziki on top.