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Easy 30 min~520 kcal 9/10
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Harissa Chicken
Chicken pieces cook with Tunisian harissa, tomato, peppers, bulgur, lemon, and herbs for a quick North African-style meal.
Easy⏱️ 44 min📖 1 min readServes 4~470 kcal🇹🇳 Tunisian🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 24 min cook 5 min rest
- #High Protein
- #Under 30 min
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Timeline
Total 44 min- Prep15 min
- Resting/Marinating5 min
- Cooking24 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For the chicken
- 650 gr Chicken breast
For the sauce
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Harissa paste
- 0.8 su bardağı(~160 ml) Tomato puree
- 3 diş Garlic
For the pan
- 2 adet Red peppers
For cooking
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Olive oil
Bulgur için
- 1.3 su bardağı(~260 ml) Coarse bulgur for pilaf
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Hot water
For the finishing touch
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Lemon juice
For serving
- 0.3 demet Parsley
General
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
- 0.3 çay kaşığı(~1.5 ml) Black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the chicken breast into thick strips and rub with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a pan and cook the chicken for 5 minutes, until it takes on color.
5 min05:00 - 3
Add the red peppers and garlic and turn them for 4 minutes.
4 min04:00 - 4
Add the harissa paste and tomato puree and cook for 2 minutes to release their aroma.
2 min02:00 - 5
Add the bulgur and hot water to the pan and cover.
- 6
Cook the mixture for 12 minutes, until the bulgur absorbs the water.
12 min12:00 - 7
Add the lemon juice and parsley, rest for 5 minutes, and serve.
5 min05:00
💡 Tip: Harissa brands vary a lot; if making it for the first time, start with 1 tablespoon and increase the heat in the last 5 minutes.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve harissa chicken with lemony bulgur, parsley, and optional strained yogurt as a weeknight main dish.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin C
Nutrition (per serving)
~470
kcal calories
38
g protein
42
g carbs
14
g fat
Protein 34%Carbs 38%Fat 28%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Harissa Chicken make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Harissa Chicken take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 24 minutes, including 5 minutes of passive resting; 44 minutes in total.Is Harissa Chicken difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Harissa Chicken have?
Approximately 470 kcal per serving. Protein: 38g, carbs: 42g, fat: 14g.Which allergens does Harissa Chicken contain?
This recipe contains Gluten. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Harissa Chicken belong to?
This recipe belongs to Tunisian cuisine.How many ingredients does Harissa Chicken need?
This recipe needs 12 ingredients.
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