Easy Harissa Chicken
This Harissa Chicken delivers 48g protein and 612 calories per serving, making it a solid choice for hitting daily protein targets. Quick stovetop prep yields 6 servings without extended cooking time, so you can batch-cook midweek when schedules get tight. The high protein-to-calorie ratio supports muscle gain while keeping you satiated between meals.
Ingredients
- •Bell Pepper(340g)
- •Garlic
- •Caraway Seeds, Whole(5g)
- •Coriander Seeds, Whole(5g)
- •Paprika, Smoked(10g)
- •Cayenne Pepper, Ground(1g)
- •2 teaspoons sea salt
- •Olive oil(10g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Vinegar, Red Wine(30g)
- •Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless(1361g)
Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.
- •Mayonnaise, Regular(180g)
- •Arugula(960g)
- •Lemon
Instructions
- 1Make the harissa marinade. In the base of a high-powered blender, combine the roasted red peppers, garlic, caraway seeds, coriander, paprika, cayenne, salt, olive oil, and vinegar. Secure the lid and blend on high until smooth, about 1 minute. Reserve ¼ cup of the harissa marinade for the mayo.
- 2Pat the chicken completely dry with paper towels. Place in a large bowl. Pour the remaining harissa marinade over the chicken and turn a few times until fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (see Note).
- 3Heat a grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the chicken until lightly charred, about 4 to 5 minutes. Flip and grill until lightly charred on the other side, another 4 to 5 minutes. Continue grilling chicken, flipping it every 3 to 4 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer, about 20 minutes total.
- 4Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together the reserved ¼ cup harissa marinade and the mayonnaise until fully incorporated.
- 5Serve the grilled chicken over a bed of arugula, if desired, with a drizzle of the harissa mayo and a squeeze of lemon.
Nutrition — Per Serving
612
calories
48g
protein
44g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 11g
- Saturated fat
- 7.7g
- Sodium
- 379 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 5.0g
6 servings per batch · ~484g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Easy Harissa Chicken have per serving?
Each serving contains 48g of protein and 612 calories with 44g fat and 11g carbs. This macro split makes it one of the highest protein-to-carb ratio recipes in the library, ideal for low-carb approaches.
How long does Easy Harissa Chicken take to prep?
This recipe has quick prep time and yields 6 servings from one stovetop cook, so you can batch-prepare a full week of dinners in minimal time. Active cooking is minimal with most time spent on the heat rather than prep work.
Is Easy Harissa Chicken good for muscle gain?
At 48g protein per serving, this recipe supports muscle gain goals but the very low carb content (11g) means it's better suited for fat loss phases or as a low-carb dinner option. Pair it with a carb source separately if prioritizing muscle building.
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