Za’atar Chickpeas and Butternut Squash with Halloom

How to make

• Step 1Place squash halves, cut sides down, in 8-inch (2 L) square glass baking dish; add enough water to come 1/4 inch (5 mm) up side. Cover with plastic wrap. Microwave until fork-tender but not falling apart, 9 to 10 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes. Transfer to cutting board; cut into large chunks (about 3-inch/8 cm long x 2-inch/5 cm wide x 1-inch/2.5 cm thick). Set aside.
• Step 2Meanwhile, bring large saucepan of water to a boil. Add frozen chickpeas; bring to a simmer. Cook until tender, 8 to 9 minutes. Drain; pat dry. Set aside.
• Step 3Prepare sauce: Stir together yogurt, mint, tahini and lemon juice in small bowl. Set aside.
• Step 4Place halloom in cold large nonstick skillet; heat on medium. Cook, turning once, until golden, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to cutting board; cut into quarters. Set aside.
• Step 5Heat 1 tbsp oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add chickpeas; cook, stirring often, until crispy and golden, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; add onion. Cook, stirring often, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic, za'atar and 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper; cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Scrape into large bowl. Set aside.
• Step 6Heat remaining 1 tbsp oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add squash and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper; cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Add chickpea mixture; stir gently to combine and heat through. Transfer to large serving platter. Top with halloom; drizzle with sauce. Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds and mint.