Description
These Spicy Harissa Chicken Thighs are a stunning, easy-to-make dinner that combines smoky harissa paste with succulent chicken thighs for a flavor-packed experience. Perfect for busy weeknights, they provide an impressive balance of heat and savory goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup harissa paste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumi
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels
- In a medium bowl, combine harissa paste, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; whisk to combine
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C)
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and juices run clear
- Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lemon wedges
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 12 hours.
Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure doneness.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: North African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 325 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 325 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg