Harissa Chicken Recipe

5 from 1 vote

This Harissa Chicken Recipe is both simple and delicious! It involves marinating chicken breasts in a flavorful blend of spicy harissa paste, garlic, honey, olive oil, lime juice, and a few exotic spices.

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Total Time35

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mediterranean, North African

Diet: Gluten Free, Low Lactose

Servings: people

Calories: 366kcal

Author: Ayla Clulee

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts
2 tablespoon harissa paste
2 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoon lime juice
2 tablespoon honey
3 cloves garlic (turned into a paste)
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon sweet or smoked paprika
1 tablespoon chopped coriander (to garnish)

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Instructions

To make the marinade, mix together the harissa paste, olive oil, lime juice, honey, garlic paste, salt, black pepper, and paprika in a bowl.
Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish, and pour the marinade over them, ensuring each breast is evenly coated.
Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or preferably for 2-4 hours if you have time. Avoid marinating them for more than 24 hours!
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish, without overcrowding.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving with your favorite side dishes.

Notes

Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator, ideally for 2-4 hours if you have time. Avoid marinating for more than 24 hours.
Feel free to tweak the harissa paste to match your taste. If you like it mild, go easy on the paste. Want more spice? Add a bit extra!
Make sure to coat each chicken piece evenly with the marinade for the best flavor in every bite.
Use a to check the internal temperature of the chicken. It should read 165°F (74°C) to ensure thorough cooking and safety.

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