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Flavorful Chicken Breast Recipe with Easy Sticky Honey Harissa Glaze

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Tender chicken breasts baked with a sticky honey harissa glaze that balances sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors for a quick and delicious meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz / 170 g each), pounded to even thickness
  • 3 tablespoons harissa paste (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (preferably mild-flavored like clover or wildflower honey)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil an ovenproof skillet.
  2. Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) for uniform cooking.
  3. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  4. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together harissa paste, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and ground cumin until smooth.
  5. Place the chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet or skillet. Brush each piece generously with half of the glaze.
  6. Bake for 12 minutes to cook the chicken through and start setting the glaze.
  7. Remove the chicken from the oven and brush the remaining glaze over the top.
  8. Return to the oven and bake for another 8-10 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the glaze is sticky and caramelized.
  9. Rest the chicken for 5 minutes before serving to lock in the juices.
  10. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.

Notes

If glaze browns too fast, loosely tent chicken with foil to prevent burning. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. Rest chicken before serving for juiciness. Maple syrup can substitute honey for a vegan glaze. Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts with adjusted cooking time.

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