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Delish Harissa Chicken Recipes

Delish Harissa Chicken Recipes

Smoky, spicy, and a little sweet, these oven-roasted harissa chicken thighs deliver big North African flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for weeknights and meal prep.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 pound chicken thighs boneless, skinless
  • 0.25 cup harissa paste mild or spicy
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
  • 3 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt for serving
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped, for serving

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and set a wire rack on top for better browning.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together harissa paste, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, honey, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Add chicken thighs and toss until evenly coated. Let marinate at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Arrange chicken on the prepared rack, spacing pieces so they roast rather than steam.
  • Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, until the thickest piece reaches 165°F. For extra char, broil for 2 to 3 minutes at the end.
  • Rest 5 minutes. Serve with a spoonful of Greek yogurt and a shower of chopped cilantro.

Notes

For meal prep, slice cooled chicken and refrigerate up to 4 days. Great with rice, couscous, or roasted vegetables. Adjust harissa to your preferred heat level.