Creamy Harissa Chicken

Featured Creator

Jon Watts

Recommended Tools for This Recipe

• Carote Nonstick Pan - Perfect for stovetop sautéing, with a non-toxic ceramic surface for easy food release and cleanup.

• Wooden Spoons - Safe for use on delicate non-stick coatings, ensuring you never scratch or damage your premium cookware while stirring.

Why You Need to Make This Recipe

We all get into dinner ruts where the same old chicken recipes start to blur together. This dish hits that sweet spot, comforting yet entirely manageable for a quick dinner.

The star of the show is the harissa paste, which gives it a great spicy flavor. It creates a really interesting contrast with the rest of the ingredients, but because it does bring some heat, you can easily tailor it to your own spice tolerance.

Using broccoli here is a great choice because it holds up in the sauce and adds some texture to the dish.

If you're looking for something new to add to the weekly rotation, this one is well worth a try.

Complete the Table

The heat from the harissa pairs well with something cool and creamy on the side to balance it out. A dollop of plain yogurt or a cucumber yogurt salad works nicely to take the edge off the spice. Warm pita or couscous is a good option if you want to soak up the sauce without leaning on rice again.

If you are leaning into bold, spiced dishes for the week, my Maple Cajun Lime Salmon brings a similar kind of heat with a completely different flavor profile.

Joi's Kitchen Notes: Savings & Swaps

• Buying Tip: Harissa paste is found in the international aisle at most grocery stores, and a small jar lasts through several batches since only a spoonful or two is needed per recipe.

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