Harissa Honey Chicken
This easy Harissa Honey Chicken recipe is sweet and savory chicken with Mediterranean twist. It is tender, juicy, and coated in a flavor-packed sauce.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup harissa sauce (mild or spicy)
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 8 to 12 boneless skinless chicken thighs (depend on the size of thighs, about 2 pounds)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Garnish: cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the harissa, honey, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. Whisk until well incorporated.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the marinade. Mix well to make sure the chicken is fully coated. Optional: cover and refrigerate for a couple of hours or overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Add chicken and all marinade to a baking dish. Bake for about 35 to 40 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chicken reads 165F.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve!