Description
Harissa Chicken is a flavorful and vibrant dish that captures the essence of North African cuisine. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a spicy harissa paste, grilled to perfection, and served with fresh sides like couscous or salad. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, promising to impress your family and friends with its bold flavors and stunning presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tbsp harissa paste
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken breasts with harissa paste, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Preheat Your Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high (375°F/190°C) or set your oven to broil.
- 3. Grill the Chicken: Place marinated chicken on the hot grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 4. Rest Before Serving: Let chicken rest on a plate for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 5. Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and enjoy with sides like couscous or salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: North African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 120mg