Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Coconut Milk-Braised Chicken with Harissa. This dish features succulent chicken thighs simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce, enhanced by the spicy warmth of harissa. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, each bite delivers a delightful fusion of taste and aroma. Easy to prepare and adaptable to your spice preference, this recipe will surely become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp harissa paste (adjust for spice level)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken thighs and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil; sauté diced onion and minced garlic until golden brown.
- Stir in harissa paste and a splash of chicken broth; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in coconut milk and remaining chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add seasoned chicken thighs to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for about 30-40 minutes until the chicken is tender enough to shred.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top and sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: North African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg