Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp harissa paste
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients; finely chop the garlic and squeeze the lemon juice.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken thighs with harissa paste, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss until coated evenly.
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place marinated chicken on a lined baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest briefly before serving with roasted veggies or couscous.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: North African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 140mg