Copycat Cava Harissa Honey Chicken

Name: Copycat Cava Harissa Honey Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Asia
Ingredients: 1/3 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar; 2 tablespoons harissa chili paste; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional; 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs; 1/2 cup honey

Total Time Prep: 15 min. + marinating Cook: 15 min.

Yield 6 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

This copycat Cava harissa honey chicken recipe nails the sweet, spicy, smoky flavor of the restaurant version.

Ingredients

1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons harissa chili paste
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/2 cup honey

Directions

In a small bowl or shallow dish, combine the first 10 ingredients. Add chicken; turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, for 8 hours or overnight.
Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Place a large skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat. Add chicken; cook 5-6 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°, basting with honey during the last 5 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board or plate; let rest 5 minutes before slicing into 1/2-in. pieces.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 326 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 484mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 0 fiber), 28g protein.

This copycat Cava recipe is made simply with a flavorful marinade and a quick 15(ish) minutes on the grill. Use it just like you would in any bowl, salad or pita at the restaurant. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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