Harissa Chicken Pasta with Chickpeas

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A vibrant North African-inspired dish featuring tender chicken, smoky harissa, and protein-packed chickpeas in a garlic-herb sauce. This North African-inspired pasta recipe (high-protein), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken breast, harissa paste, chickpeas for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 North African cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Season chicken breasts with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Mix 1 tbsp harissa paste, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1 tbsp lemon juice; brush onto chicken. Bake for 20-22 minutes until golden and juices run clear.
  2. Step 2: While chicken cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
  3. Step 3: In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in chickpeas, remaining 1 tbsp harissa paste, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Cook for 3 minutes until heated through.
  4. Step 4: Add drained pasta, reserved pasta water, and parsley to the skillet. Toss for 2-3 minutes until sauce coats the pasta. Slice chicken into strips and add to the pan; mix until fully incorporated. Finish with remaining lemon juice and serve immediately.

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