Moroccan Harissa Chicken
A zesty and comforting Moroccan chicken dish infused with harissa paste, grilled to perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 89 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Moroccan
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons harissa paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Mix the marinade: In a bowl, combine harissa paste, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, and lemon juice.
- Coat the chicken: Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly with the marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken: Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Let the chicken rest: Remove from grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, marinate the chicken overnight. Serve with couscous or a salad, and add yogurt for a delightful finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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