CAVA-Inspired Honey Harissa Chicken Recipe
This CAVA-inspired Honey Harissa Chicken is a perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors. Tender chicken thighs are marinated in a mixture of harissa, honey, and aromatic spices, then baked to perfection. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings the taste of your favorite Mediterranean restaurant right to your home kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons harissa paste
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together harissa paste, honey, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the marinade.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and arrange the pieces on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- For extra caramelization, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Slice the chicken and serve with your choice of sides.
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving, assuming 6 servings)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
- Sodium: 520mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 8g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 6g
- Protein: 29g