Spicy Harissa Chicken Rice Bowl

Name: Spicy Harissa Chicken Rice Bowl
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 2 EL harissa paste; 2 EL olive oil; 1 cup basmati rice, cooked with turmeric; 1/2 cup pickled red cabbage; 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1/4 cucumber, grated; 1 TL lemon juice; 2 TL fresh dill, chopped; Salt and pepper to taste

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This Spicy Harissa Chicken Rice Bowl is a vibrant, protein-packed meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. Inspired by North African flavors, tender chicken thighs are marinated in a smoky-spicy harissa paste and grilled to perfection. They’re served over a bed of fluffy golden turmeric rice, alongside crunchy pickled red cabbage, sliced cucumbers, fresh herbs, and a cooling cucumber-yogurt sauce. The combination of warm spices, tangy pickles, and creamy sauce creates a complex, satisfying flavor profile that’s both wholesome and exciting. It's an ideal meal prep option, as components hold up well in the fridge, and it caters to the growing trend of globally-inspired, customizable bowls.

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A vibrant spicy harissa chicken bowl with turmeric rice, pickled cabbage, and yogurt sauce on a dark slate plate

Prep Time20 min

Cook Time15 min

Servings2 servings

Equipment

Grill pan or skilletMixing bowlsSaucepan

Instructions

1
Marinate chicken thighs in harissa paste, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper for at least 15 minutes.
2
Cook rice according to package directions, adding 1 tsp turmeric to the cooking water.
3
Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium-high heat until cooked through and charred in spots, about 6-7 minutes per side. Let rest, then slice.
4
Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, dill, and a pinch of salt to make the sauce.
5
Assemble bowls: rice, sliced chicken, pickled cabbage. Drizzle generously with yogurt sauce and garnish with extra dill.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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