Honey Harissa Chicken
Servings 6 servings
Sweet, smoky, and spicy, honey harissa chicken has a bold flavor you'll definitely want to add to your meal rotation! The combination of tender chicken with the spicy sauce and sweet honey is incredible, and even kids will ask for more. Pro tip: Be sure to let the mixture marinate at least a couple of hours for the best flavor, and make extras for easy leftovers all week long! {Gluten-free}
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons harissa paste
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1 inch chunks
- Sprinkle of fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, harissa, honey, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, coriander, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken to the mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat without any oil. Transfer the chicken and marinade from the bowl to the skillet. Cook until the chicken is cooked through, flipping it every few minutes, about 8-10 minutes.
- Serve chicken and a drizzle of sauce warm over naan bread or pita with tzatziki or over rice with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and your favorite sides.
Notes
- Be careful not to marinate the chicken for too long, or the acid from the lemon juice can start to break down the muscle fibers, which can compromise the overall flavor and texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 252kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 26gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 126mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 377mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 315IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg
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