Mediterranean-Fusion Grilled Chicken with Harissa Yogurt Sauce
Juicy grilled chicken breasts marinated in Mediterranean spices, served with a spicy harissa yogurt sauce that adds a vibrant kick. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, olive oil, lemon juice 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 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.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create a marinade. Add 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to absorb flavors.
- Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove chicken breasts from marinade and grill for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and the outside has light grill marks.
- Step 3: While chicken cooks, combine 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt with 2 tbsp harissa paste and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and refrigerate until serving.
- Step 4: Serve grilled chicken breasts topped with a generous dollop of the harissa yogurt sauce for a refreshing, spicy contrast.









