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One-Pan Harissa Chicken with Chickpeas

This quick and flavorful dish features tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a savory stir-fry sauce made with soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and spices. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s a healthy and satisfying meal that comes together in minutes—delicious served over steamed rice or noodles.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons harissa paste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ lemon, thinly sliced
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Greek yogurt, for serving
  • Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro), for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Use an oven-safe skillet or cast iron pan.
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then rub with harissa paste.
  3. Sear chicken skin-side down in olive oil for 5–7 minutes until golden. Flip, cook 2 more minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. Sauté shallots and garlic in the same pan over lower heat until soft and fragrant. Scrape up browned bits.
  5. Add chickpeas and broth, stir to combine and soak up flavor.
  6. Nestle chicken back in, skin-side up. Add lemon slices. Transfer to oven.
  7. Roast 20–25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (165°F) and skin is crisp.
  8. Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes for extra crispy skin.
  9. Garnish with yogurt and herbs. Let rest a few minutes, then serve hot.
  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Additional Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dinner

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 520
  • Fat: 24
  • Saturated Fat: 6
  • Carbohydrates: 22
  • Fiber: 6
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 110