Harissa-Roasted Chicken Thighs with Tomatoes and Olives

Succulent chicken thighs roasted until golden with a smoky harissa glaze, accompanied by sun-ripened tomatoes and briny olives for a burst of Mediterranean flavor.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Chicken

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs, skin-on and bone-in chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp harissa paste
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1 large, sliced red onion
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 cup pitted green olives
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp harissa paste, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp dried oregano to make a paste.
3. Step 3: Rub the harissa paste evenly over the chicken thighs.
4. Step 4: Arrange 1 sliced red onion, 2 cups cherry tomatoes, and 1/2 cup pitted green olives in a roasting pan. Place the seasoned chicken thighs on top.
5. Step 5: Drizzle with 1/4 cup lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
6. Step 6: Roast for 25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
7. Step 7: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.