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CAVA Honey Harissa Chicken Recipe

CAVA Honey Harissa Chicken Recipe
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If you’re in search of a vibrant and flavorful dish to elevate your dining experience, the CAVA Honey Harissa Chicken Recipe is the answer. This delightful recipe features tender chicken marinated in a sweet and spicy honey harissa sauce, perfectly embodying the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish shines when served with fresh salad greens, creamy avocado, and warm pita bread. Its ease of preparation makes it a perfect candidate for meal prep, ensuring that delicious meals are always at your fingertips. With its customizable toppings and fresh flavors, each serving promises to be a unique culinary adventure.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 4 Tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 2 Tablespoons harissa paste
  • 1 Tablespoon honey
  • Juice from 1/2 a lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup good quality extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons harissa paste (adjust to desired spice level)
  • 2 Tablespoons lemon juice (from 1/2 lemon)
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 2 cups cooked basmati rice (1 cup uncooked)
  • Mixed salad greens + olive oil to taste
  • 1 ripe avocado (sliced)
  • Pickled red onions to taste
  • Crumbled feta to taste
  • Marinated cucumbers and tomatoes
  • Hummus to taste
  • Pita chips

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: Combine chicken thighs with olive oil, harissa paste, honey, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare toppings: Cook basmati rice according to package instructions and toss mixed salad greens with olive oil.
  3. Make vinaigrette: In a jar, mix olive oil, harissa paste, lemon juice, onion powder, minced garlic, and salt until combined; chill.
  4. Cook chicken: In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and cook marinated chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 10 minutes total). Let rest before slicing.
  5. Assemble bowls: Start with salad greens and rice as the base. Add sliced chicken and desired toppings. Drizzle with vinaigrette and serve with pita bread.

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