Harissa Honey Chicken
Spice up dinner with Harissa Honey Chicken—sweet, smoky, and oven-roasted to perfection. A bold, easy recipe your taste buds will love!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes:
- Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
- Lemon wedges
- Greek yogurt or labneh to serve on the side
Instructions
Make the Marinade:
- In a bowl, whisk together harissa paste, honey, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Marinate the Chicken:
- Coat the chicken thoroughly in the marinade. Let sit for at least 30 minutes (or overnight in the fridge).
Sear:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Sear chicken skin-side down in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes.
Roast:
- Flip the chicken and transfer skillet to the oven. Roast for 20–25 minutes or until the internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
Rest & Serve:
- Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish, and serve with your favorite sides.