Glazed Honey Harissa Chicken bursts with mouthwatering and flavorful notes that perfectly combine sweet and spicy elements. Marinating tender chicken pieces in a rich blend of honey, harissa paste, garlic, and various aromatic spices infuses them with flavor. The honey subtly sweetens while the harissa adds heat, creating a harmonious taste profile. After marinating, the chef roasts the chicken to perfection, resulting in a succulent and charred exterior that seals in all the delightful flavors. This delectable dish will surely captivate diners at any dinner table, leaving them craving more.
Ingredients for honey harissa chicken
Chicken
Chicken is a total crowd-pleaser, loved by folks all around the globe. It’s a lean, mean protein that you can cook up in a zillion ways. Grill it, roast it, fry it, bake it—you name it! And the best part? You can get creative with flavors. Sprinkle on some herbs, toss in some spicy spices, or slather it in your favorite sauce. I dig using bone-in, skin-on chicken quarters and giving them a slice down the middle.
Harissa
let me introduce you to the amazing sauce called Harissa! It’s seriously mind-blowing and can be used in so many cool ways. Picture this: slather it on sandwiches, marinate your meat with it, or add a fiery kick to your favorite dishes. This sauce has got everything – hot chili peppers, garlicky goodness, a secret blend of spices, and a touch of olive oil. The best part? You can choose how spicy you want it, from mild to crazy hot. Seriously, once you try it, your taste buds will go “BAM!” and your food will never be the same again.
Honey
Beyond its delightful sweetness, honey also offers numerous health benefits. Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, it can aid in soothing sore throats, promoting better digestion, and providing an energy boost. Honey mixed with harissa and other spices gives us this scrumptious chicken that you’ll crave again and again.
Spices
I used a variety of species in this recipe, including red chili, paprika, cumin-coriander powder, Italian seasoning, onion, and garlic powder.
Liquid smoke or smoked paprika
I happen to have liquid smoke that I used in this recipe, but you can also use smoked paprika to achieve the smoky flavor.
How to serve honey harissa chicken
Honey Harissa Chicken pairs wonderfully with a variety of side dishes that complement its sweet and spicy flavors. some delicious options are roasted vegetables like sweet potatoes, carrots, and zucchini with olive oil, salt, and pepper. The caramelized flavors of the vegetables will harmonize well with the spiciness of the chicken. You can also serve the honey harissa chicken with warm, soft garlic naan or pita bread. The bread will be perfect for mopping up any leftover marinade or sauces.
Honey Harissa Chicken
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Chicken thighs and drumsticks bone-in and skin-on
Marinade for chicken
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Cayenne pepper you can use red chili as well
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Liquid smoke you can use smoked paprika instead
- 1 tbsp Cumin powder
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
Honey Harissa sauce
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1/4 cup Harissa use hot or mild according to your taste
- 2 tbsp Butter
Instructions
- Pat dry your chicken and then marinate the chicken with all the spices listed for the marinade. Preferably overnight or 30 minutes minimum.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and bake your chicken for 25 minutes turn your chicken to the other side and bake for another 15 minutes.
- Bake time may vary depending on your oven.
- Mix butter, harissa, honey, and any leftover marinade.
- Cook for a few minutes on the stove until it thickens.
- Once your chicken is baked, take it out of the oven and apply honey harissa sauce on both sides and bake for another 5 minutes.
- Your chicken is ready. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Adjust the spice level according to your liking, use mild or hot harissa.