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Harissa Chicken Recipe
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 Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 366 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mediterranean , North African
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)
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.
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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 meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. It should read 165°F (74°C) to ensure thorough cooking and safety.
Nutrition Information
Calories
366kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
13g
(4%)
Protein
48g
(96%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Trans Fat
0.03g
Cholesterol
145mg
(48%)
Sodium
701mg
(29%)
Potassium
899mg
(26%)
Fiber
0.3g
(1%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
219IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
7mg
(8%)
Calcium
21mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 366
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 366kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 48g | 96% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 701mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 899mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 219IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.