Harissa chicken paired with rice is a Tunisian inspired recipe that uses a sweet and smokey red chili pepper paste to create a bold, spicy and flavorful dish.

Prepare in : 5 mins
Cook in : 10 mins

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons harissa
• 4 garlic cloves crushed or minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 2 pounds chicken breast cut into 2 inch chunks
• Rice for serving
• Fresh mint for serving
• Lime wedges for serving

Method
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, harissa, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt and pepper. Add the chicken to the spice mix and mix well to incorporate. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Heat a large saucepan on medium without any oil, then transfer the chicken from the bowl to the saucepan. Cook until the chicken is well done, about 8-10 minutes. When it’s cooked, squeeze some fresh lemon on top of the chicken.

Serve over rice with a lime wedges and fresh mint, if desired. Due to the spice level, plain yogurt also works really well with the recipe.