Chicken

Honey Harissa Chicken Thighs

Harissa, a hot chile pepper paste that hails from northern Africa, adds tons of flavor and shines when it's combined with honey to make a sweet coating slathered on chicken thighs. Serve with brown rice and roasted carrots.

Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in chicken thighs (1 ¾ pounds), skin removed
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt, divided
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
  • 3 tablespoons harissa paste
  • 1 ½ tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
  • chopped cilantro for garnish

Directions

  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.