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Harissa Honey Chicken Thighs with Lemon Couscous

This Harissa Honey Chicken Thighs with Lemon Couscous delivers bold, sweet, and zesty flavors with juicy chicken and bright, fresh couscous. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: North African

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in chicken thighs skin-on
  • 2 tablespoons harissa paste
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 cup couscous quick-cooking
  • 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup green onions sliced

Equipment

  • Large oven-safe skillet or roasting pan
  • Small bowl
  • Medium saucepan with lid
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Sharp knife and cutting board
  • Whisk or fork

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine the harissa paste, honey, and olive oil. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Place them skin-side up in your oven-safe skillet or roasting pan. Brush the harissa honey glaze evenly over the skin and sides of each thigh.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roast the chicken thighs for 35-40 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and caramelized and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Halfway through cooking, baste the chicken once more with any glaze left in the pan.
  4. While the chicken roasts, bring the chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped parsley, and sliced green onions. Taste and season with salt if needed.
  5. Serve the hot, juicy Harissa Honey Chicken Thighs alongside a generous scoop of the lemon couscous. Garnish with extra parsley or lemon wedges if you like.

Notes

  • For gluten-free, substitute couscous with quinoa or millet.
  • Pat chicken dry before roasting for extra crispy skin.
  • Adjust harissa paste amount to control spice level.
  • Store chicken and couscous separately to maintain texture when reheating.
  • Add a fresh squeeze of lemon before serving to brighten flavors.