Sheet Pan Harissa-Spiced Pork with Chickpeas
A bold and smoky sheet pan pork dish flavored with fiery harissa and paired with protein-rich chickpeas for an easy weeknight meal. This mediterranean-inspired pork ready in about 45 minutes pairs harissa paste, medium red onion, cut into wedges, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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
- 1 lb pork tenderloin, trimmed and sliced into 1-inch medallions
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, toss 1 lb pork tenderloin sliced into 1-inch medallions with 2 tbsp harissa paste, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread the pork medallions on a large sheet pan along with 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas, 1 large sliced red bell pepper, and 1 medium red onion cut into wedges.
- Step 3: Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring the chickpeas and vegetables halfway through, until the pork is cooked through and the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sheet Pan Harissa-Spiced Pork with Chickpeas take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sheet Pan Harissa-Spiced Pork with Chickpeas?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep harissa paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Harissa-Spiced Pork with Chickpeas?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sheet Pan Harissa-Spiced Pork with Chickpeas for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sheet Pan Harissa-Spiced Pork with Chickpeas?
Mediterranean pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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