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Stephanie

Cava-Inspired Honey Harissa Chicken Bowls You’ll Love!

A delicious and healthy bowl featuring honey harissa chicken, quinoa, and fresh vegetables, inspired by Cava.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
  • 2 tablespoons harissa paste
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup tahini dressing store-bought or homemade
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the harissa paste, honey, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Place the chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the harissa mixture generously over both sides of the chicken.
  4. Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  5. While the chicken is baking, prepare the quinoa according to package instructions if not already cooked.
  6. In serving bowls, layer the cooked quinoa, baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and sliced chicken.
  7. Drizzle with tahini dressing and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with roasted chickpeas or grilled tofu marinated in the same harissa mixture.
  • Add avocado slices or roasted sweet potatoes for extra flavor and nutrition.

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