How to make Harissa Chicken

harissa paste

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: chili paste

Sriracha offers a similar heat with lower calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

chicken pieces

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while thighs are more affordable than breasts.

Wash chicken in cold water with lime juice and salt, then pat dry with a paper towel.

Trim excess skin and fat from the chicken thighs.

Score the top of the chicken to allow spices to penetrate.

Prepare the marinade by combining harissa seasoning, turmeric, chili powder, ginger paste, onion powder, garlic powder, cracked black pepper, sea salt, olive oil, honey, and juice from the lime in a bowl.

Mix the marinade well and add chopped garlic and parsley flakes.

Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 3 hours in the refrigerator, ensuring it is well coated.

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