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Grilled Harissa Chicken
This Mediterranean grilled harissa chicken recipe is quick and easy to prep. Perfectly juicy chicken thighs are coated in a rich chili paste.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Marinating time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 296 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Middle Eastern
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (5-6 thighs)
- kosher salt
- ¼ cup harissa paste homemade or store bought
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 large garlic cloves grated or minced
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon Coriander
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- black pepper
- fresh dill for serving
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season generously with kosher salt on both sides.
- In a large bowl, mix harissa, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, and black pepper. Add chicken and toss to coat. Let sit for 15 minutes or up to 1 hour.
- Preheat a grill (grates should be clean and lightly oiled) or grill pan to medium-high heat covered. Remove thighs from marinade, letting any excess drip off. Grill until thighs are slightly charred and the internal temperature at the thickest part is 165°F), 7-10 minutes per side.
- Remove to a plate and serve with fresh dill immediately.
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Notes
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
Calories
296kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
34g
(68%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
162mg
(54%)
Sodium
389mg
(16%)
Potassium
544mg
(16%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
416IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
18mg
(20%)
Calcium
36mg
(4%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 296
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 296kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 162mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 389mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 544mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 416IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.