Whole30 Harissa Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this bold and flavorful Whole30 Harissa Chicken recipe! Juicy, skinless chicken thighs are marinated in a tantalizing blend of smoky harissa paste, garlic, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, delivering an irresistible burst of flavor with every bite. Roasted alongside vibrant red onion and tender zucchini, this sheet-pan meal is as nutritious as it is convenient, making it perfect for anyone following a Whole30 lifestyle or seeking a healthy, dairy-free, and gluten-free dinner option. Garnished with fresh cilantro for a bright finishing touch, this dish pairs beautifully with other Whole30-compliant sides like cauliflower rice or simple greens. Ready in under an hour, it’s our go-to recipe for easy, spicy, and satisfying meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs, skinless and boneless
- 4 tablespoons harissa paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine harissa paste, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Arrange the sliced red onion and zucchini on the prepared baking sheet.
Place the marinated chicken thighs on top of the vegetables, pouring any remaining marinade over the chicken.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C) and the vegetables are tender.
Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve hot, with your choice of Whole30-compliant sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1355 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.2 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 436 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 3479 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 115.5 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 215 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2519 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
