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Flavorful Sheet Pan Harissa Chicken Thighs Easy Recipe with Roasted Chickpeas and Feta

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs coated in a smoky, spicy harissa marinade, roasted alongside crunchy chickpeas and topped with tangy feta and fresh parsley.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons harissa paste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Juice of half a lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (about 75 grams)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together harissa paste, 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until thick but spreadable.
  3. Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels. Toss the chicken in the harissa marinade until fully coated. Let sit for 10 minutes at room temperature if time allows.
  4. Drain and rinse chickpeas, then pat dry thoroughly. Toss chickpeas with 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and a sprinkle of smoked paprika.
  5. Arrange the chicken thighs skin-side up on one side of a large rimmed sheet pan. Spread chickpeas evenly on the other side in a single layer.
  6. Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and skin is crisp and browned, and chickpeas are crunchy and golden.
  7. Remove from oven and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley over the chicken and chickpeas. The residual heat will soften the feta slightly.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, squeeze extra lemon juice on top for added brightness.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry before marinating for crispiness. Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure even roasting. Marinate chicken for 10 minutes or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor. Turn chickpeas halfway through roasting for even crisping or broil 1-2 minutes at the end if needed. Let chicken rest after roasting to lock in juices. For dairy-free, omit feta or substitute with toasted nuts.

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Keywords: harissa chicken, sheet pan dinner, roasted chickpeas, feta, easy chicken recipe, spicy chicken thighs, one pan meal

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