Description
Harissa Honey Chicken is a vibrant dish that perfectly marries savory, spicy, and sweet flavors, making it an exciting option for weeknight dinners. This easy-to-prepare recipe features tender chicken thighs coated in a delicious harissa honey glaze, offering a taste of Mediterranean cuisine right in your kitchen. In just under an hour, you can serve this flavorful meal to your family or guests, elevating your dining experience with its enticing aroma and satisfying taste. Pair it with rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad for a complete dinner that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breasts)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- ½ cup harissa
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ¼ cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together harissa, minced garlic, lemon juice, and honey until smooth.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the bowl and coat thoroughly with the sauce. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Arrange the marinated chicken on the prepared baking sheet, brushing any remaining sauce on top.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
- Let the chicken rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken thigh (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg