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Harissa Chicken

Harissa Chicken is baked or grilled chicken that has been marinated in a harissa marinade giving it a rich, spicy flavor that is perfect for an easy dinner any night of the week.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword harissa chicken
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinade Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 321kcal
Author Kat Jeter & Melinda Caldwell

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Open Nature® Air Chilled Chicken mix of breasts and thighs
  • 1 cup Harissa Paste
  • 1/2 cup Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

  • In a small bowl combine the harissa paste, olive oil, and salt and stir it together until everything is well mixed.
  • Place your chicken in a gallon freezer bag or a container with a lid and add the marinade. Toss the chicken in the marinade until it is well covered then seal it in it's container and place it in the refrigerator to marinate. Marinate the chicken for a minimum of 1 hour and no longer than 24 hours.
  • Bake or grill the chicken at 400 degrees F for approximately 15-20 minutes or until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. Or, if you prefer, cut the chicken into 1 inch pieces and cook in a skillet over medium high heat for 15 minutes or until cooked through.
  • Serve with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 4ounces | Calories: 321kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 598mg | Potassium: 277mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 275IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg