Description
CAVA Honey Harissa Chicken Recipe is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Mediterranean cuisine to your kitchen. Featuring juicy chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and spicy honey harissa sauce, this recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep. Served over a fluffy bed of basmati rice and topped with fresh vegetables, it’s an impressive yet easy dish that will delight family and friends alike. The combination of bold flavors and customizable toppings makes each bowl unique, ensuring that you can enjoy a delicious meal tailored to your taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 4 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- 1 tbsp honey
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and black pepper
- Cooked basmati rice
- Mixed salad greens
- Avocado, pickled red onions, feta cheese, cucumbers, tomatoes, and hummus for toppings
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl or plastic bag, combine chicken with olive oil, harissa paste, honey, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Cook the basmati rice according to package instructions.
- Prepare toppings: Slice avocado and mix greens with olive oil.
- Make the vinaigrette: Whisk together olive oil, harissa paste, lemon juice, onion powder, garlic, and salt in a jar.
- Sear the chicken in a hot skillet until golden brown on both sides; ensure it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Assemble bowls: Layer rice or greens with chicken and desired toppings. Drizzle with vinaigrette.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg