Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tablespoons harissa paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine harissa paste, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Ensure all pieces are well-coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat your grill.
- Bake on a lined baking sheet for 25-30 minutes or grill each side for 7-8 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Grilling
- Cuisine: North African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 296
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 575mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 120mg