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Spicy Harissa Chicken

Spicy Harissa Chicken: Quick One-Pan Delight You’ll Love

A quick and effortless Spicy Harissa Chicken recipe that brings warmth and flavor to your dinner table, making it a perfect weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on for richer flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Harissa Paste Can substitute with Sriracha for milder taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can swap with avocado or coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Coriander can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika is preferred
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for flavor
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Red Onion Can use yellow or white onions
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers Any variety
  • 1 medium Zucchini Can substitute with summer squash or eggplant
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Grape tomatoes or halved regular tomatoes work
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Can use parsley as an alternative

Equipment

  • oven
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Sheet Pan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine harissa paste, olive oil, garlic powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
  3. Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly with the marinade and let rest for about 10 minutes.
  4. Arrange chopped red onion, bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes on a sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
  5. Nestle the marinated chicken among the vegetables on the sheet pan.
  6. Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and vegetables are tender.
  7. Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the chicken and vegetables before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For deeper flavors, marinate chicken up to 24 hours; store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days.

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