Harissa-Spiced Chicken Skewers with Mint Yogurt Sauce
Tender chicken marinated in smoky harissa and grilled to perfection, served with a refreshing mint yogurt sauce that balances the heat. This North African-inspired grilling recipe (gluten free, high protein), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs chicken breast, harissa paste, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breast
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 lemon
- 1 cup yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh mint
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1.5 lbs chicken breast, 2 tbsp harissa paste, 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 grated lemon zest, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper. Marinate for 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Thread chicken onto skewers, alternating with cherry tomatoes and red onion slices. Preheat grill to 400°F (200°C) and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
- Step 3: For the sauce, blend 1 cup yogurt, 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper until smooth. Serve alongside the skewers.
