Dinner

Honey-Harissa Chicken Thighs

Juicy chicken thighs roast until tender, their skin crisping under a glossy glaze of harissa, honey, and vinegar that delivers smoky heat mellowed by sweet-tart depth. Fresh cilantro adds a bright, herbal finish.

Recipe and photo by EatingWell, shared here with credit. View the Original

Honey-Harissa Chicken Thighs
Total
40 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Serves
4

Nutrition per Serving

Calories
242
Protein
29g
Carbs
7g
Fat
10g
Fiber
1g
Sugar
7g
Sodium
478mg

Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in chicken thighs (1 ¾ pounds), skin removed
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • .5 teaspoon salt, divided
  • .5 teaspoon ground pepper, divided
  • 3 tbsp harissa paste
  • 1 1/2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp white-wine vinegar
  • Chopped cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Coat a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
  2. Place chicken thighs on the prepared baking sheet; drizzle with oil and sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper. Roast for 20 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, combine harissa, honey, vinegar and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a small bowl. After the chicken has roasted for 20 minutes, brush the harissa mixture over the thighs. Continue roasting until an instant-read thermometer registers 165°F, about 10 minutes more. Sprinkle with cilantro before serving.