Harissa Chicken
Harissa chicken is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a spicy North African marinade. Bursting with the warmth of harissa paste, fresh garlic, and zesty lemon juice, this recipe transforms weeknight dinners into a culinary adventure. Perfect for serving with veggies or over rice, harissa chicken is as versatile as it is delicious, making it an instant crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Grilling
- Cuisine: North African
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tbsp harissa paste
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine harissa paste, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or bowl and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are fully coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare your grill.
- Bake or grill the marinated chicken for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg