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Grilled Harissa Chicken

Grilled Harissa Chicken

Grilled Harissa Chicken is a flavorful dish with sweet, smoky, tangy notes and a hint of spice, perfect for a quick meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Entree
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 154.5 kcal

Equipment

  • grill
  • bowl
  • Griddle

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade

  • 8 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs about 2 lb
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • 10 large garlic cloves minced
  • ½ cup red onion sliced
  • 1.5 teaspoon coriander
  • 1.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne or more to taste
  • 5-6 tablespoon homemade harissa paste see notes if using store-bought
  • 1 unit lemon juiced
  • olive oil generous drizzle

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Pat the chicken dry and season with kosher salt on both sides.
  • Place the chicken in a bowl and add garlic, onions, spices, and harissa paste. Add lemon juice and a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
  • Heat an outdoor grill or an indoor griddle to medium-high heat (between 400-450 degrees Fahrenheit) and be sure to lightly oil the grates. Grill for 6 to 7 minutes or so on each side or until the chicken is fully cooked (using an instant read thermometer chicken's internal temperature should register 165 degrees F at the thickest part).

Notes

For best results, use homemade harissa paste. If using store-bought harissa, start with less as it can vary in flavor and saltiness. Marinate the chicken if time permits for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 154.5kcalCarbohydrates: 4.3gProtein: 22.5gFat: 4.8gSaturated Fat: 1.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.7gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 107.3mgSodium: 227.9mgPotassium: 355.1mgFiber: 0.7gSugar: 1.6gVitamin A: 272.8IUVitamin C: 3.4mgCalcium: 25.4mgIron: 1.3mg
Keyword easy chicken recipe, grilled chicken, Grilled Chicken Thighs, Harissa Chicken, healthy dinner, Mediterranean Recipe
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