Harissa Chicken

Some like it mild, some like it spicy, but we can all agree that bold flavors are a must when whipping up a dish that is guaranteed to impress.

Using simple ingredients like Harissa paste, bold spices, lemon juice and Harissa Infused Olive Oil this recipe is a great way to elevate a dish from good to great. So follow along with these simple steps to make our flavorful Harissa Chicken.

Harissa Chicken 

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 3-4 servings

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 2 TBSP Harissa paste (mild or spicy)
• 1 TBSP tomato paste
• 2 TBSP lemon juice
• 1 tsp paprika
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup Harissa Infused Olive Oil
• 1/2 tsp Super Greek Extra Virgin Olive oil
• half a can of sweetened coconut milk (approx 7 oz)
• 2 cups cooked white rice
• garnish with parsley or cilantro and a lemon wedge or zest 

Directions:

1. In a medium size mixing bowl, combine Harissa paste, tomato paste, paprika, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper and Harissa Infused Olive Oil.
2. Cut chicken into bite size pieces and add to the marinade. Cover and let sit in fridge for 25 minutes (note: marinade should be fairly liquidy)
3. In a large cast iron pan or dutch oven, heat 1 TBSP of Super Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil over medium heat. Brown chicken approx. 2-3 minutes.
4. Once chicken is browned add coconut milk. Let simmer until sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through, approx. 5-7 minutes. 
5. Cook white rice according to instructions on the package. Serve chicken over rice, and garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro and a lemon wedge or zest.

Serving Suggestions

• serve over rice
• garnish with Harissa pickled onions
• serve with pita bread for a quick and easy lunch

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