Keto Harissa Chicken
Spice up your low-carb dinner rotation with this vibrant and flavorful Keto Harissa Chicken! This easy-to-make recipe features tender, juicy bone-in chicken thighs coated in a smoky, aromatic harissa marinade made with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and bold spices like cumin and smoked paprika. Roasted to perfection, the skin turns irresistibly crispy while the flavors intensify to create a mouthwatering dish. Garnished with fresh cilantro and mint, this keto-friendly recipe offers a zesty twist and pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this gluten-free, high-protein dish is guaranteed to be a new family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
- 3 tablespoons Harissa paste
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the harissa paste, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and thoroughly coat them with the harissa marinade. Ensure they are well-covered.
Step 4
Place the marinated chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, skin side up.
Step 5
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for approximately 35 to 40 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crispy and browned.
Step 6
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Step 7
Garnish the roasted chicken thighs with chopped fresh cilantro and mint leaves before serving.
Step 8
Serve the Keto Harissa Chicken hot, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1031.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2570.2 |
| Total Fat 188.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 46.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 846mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3669.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 14.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.9g | |
| Protein 204.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 197.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2504.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories