Honey Harissa Chicken Legs
Nutrition per Serving
137
Calories
14g
Protein
4g
Carbs
7g
Fat
This spicy harissa chicken is sure to become your new favorite easy dinner. We're slathering the chicken in a sweet and spicy glaze, then baking it until it's perfectly tender, juicy, and golden brown. All you need is five ingredients and 30 minutes to whip it up!
📝 Ingredients
- 1/3 cup harissa paste (divided)
- 2 Tablespoons orange juice
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken drumsticks (or bone-in skin-on thighs)
- 2 Tablespoons honey (warmed)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1Coat: In a small bowl whisk together half the harissa, orange juice, and salt. In a plastic bag or glass bowl toss the chicken with the marinade to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to marinade.
- 2roast: While the chicken is marinating mix together the glaze (the remaining harissa and the warmed honey) in a small bowl.
- 3Preheat the oven to 400 F degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Shake off the excess marinade off the chicken legs and place on the baking sheet. Brush the tops with the glaze.
- 4Bake for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven, flip over, and brush on the remaining glaze. Bake for another 20 to 25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 F degrees.
About the Chef & Original Recipe
This recipe was published by peelwithzeal.com. Visit the original source for step-by-step photos, chef notes and additional details.
Source: peelwithzeal.com