Harissa Chicken Recipe

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Spice up your taste buds with this easy Harissa Chicken Recipe. This dish combines sweet and smoky flavors, creating a juicy, tender chicken that's bursting with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe will become a favorite in your household.

Prep Time30

Cook Time12

Total Time42

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: African, American

Servings: servings

Calories: 195.38kcal

Author: Sarah Hill

Equipment

1 Large Skillet

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
3 tablespoons harissa paste
1 tablespoon honey
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 garlic cloves minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking

Instructions

Combine the chicken with all of the ingredients, aside from olive oil, in a bowl or ziplock bag.
Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge, ideally for a few hours.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until it reaches at least 165 degrees F. I like to aim for 180-185 for chicken thighs.

Notes

Marinate correctly. Always marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes, if not 2-4 hours in the refrigerator. You can do this in a ziplock bag or a large bowl covered with plastic wrap.
Hot hot pan. You always want to properly heat a pan, skillet, or grill before cooking. Let the pan heat up for 5-10 minutes on medium-high heat before cooking.
Use this recipe for meal prep. Use this recipe for meal prep to conveniently prepare flavorful and versatile dishes ahead of time.
Proper internal temperature. Use a meat thermometer to ensure your chicken reaches above the safe internal temperature of 165 degrees F -I aim for 180-185 degrees F.
To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
To reheat, use a microwave, oven, or skillet to warm it up until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F to ensure it's heated through safely.
To freeze, store in a freezer-safe bag for 2-3 months. Defrost overnight in the refrigerator and reheat using the above methods.

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