Harissa-Spiced Yogurt Chicken Skewers with Toasted Flatbread

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-29 · Updated 2026-06-29

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Juicy chicken marinated in harissa and yogurt, grilled on skewers and served with toasted Moroccan flatbread for an aromatic and satisfying meal. This Moroccan-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, Greek yogurt, harissa paste 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: 15 min Serves 4 Moroccan cuisine 420 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
2 tbsp harissa paste
1 tbsp lemon juice
2, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 pieces Moroccan M’smen flatbread
1 tbsp unsalted butter

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp harissa paste, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well combined.
Step 2: Add 1 lb of 1-inch cubed boneless skinless chicken thighs to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers.
Step 4: Grill chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until charred at edges and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
Step 5: Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add 2 pieces of Moroccan M’smen flatbread and toast for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and slightly crisp.
Step 6: Serve grilled harissa-spiced chicken skewers atop the toasted flatbread, optionally drizzling with extra yogurt or lemon wedges.