Harissa-Rubbed Grilled Chicken with Soft Dinner Rolls

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Spicy harissa-rubbed grilled chicken thighs served with warm, fluffy soft dinner rolls to soak up every bit of flavor. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 115 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, harissa paste, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 580 calories and feeds 6, 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: 90 min Cook: 25 min Serves 6 Mediterranean cuisine 580 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, mix 3 tbsp harissa paste, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Rub this mixture evenly over 6 bone-in chicken thighs. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: While chicken marinates, prepare the soft dinner rolls. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup warm water (110°F), 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast. Let sit 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, mix 3 cups all-purpose flour and 3 tbsp softened unsalted butter. Add the yeast mixture and 1/2 cup warm milk. Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.
  4. Step 4: Preheat grill to medium-high (about 400°F). Shape dough into 12 equal rolls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush tops with 1 beaten egg. Bake in a preheated 375°F oven for 15-18 minutes until golden.
  5. Step 5: Grill the marinated chicken thighs for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and skin is crisp.
  6. Step 6: Serve the harissa-grilled chicken hot with the fresh soft dinner rolls on the side.

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