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Honey Harrisa Chicken Skewers With Garlic Mint Sauce

Honey Harrisa Chicken Skewers With Garlic Mint Sauce

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πŸ”₯ Juicy, caramelized chicken skewers with smoky harissa heat balanced by sweet honey, perfect for summer grilling.
πŸ§„ Paired with a cool, creamy garlic mint yogurt sauce for a Mediterranean-inspired meal that comes together with pantry staples.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 28 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into Β½-inch strips (or use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for extra juiciness)

3 tablespoons mild harissa paste

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon honey (raw honey adds wonderful complexity)

Β½ teaspoon salt

ΒΌ teaspoon fresh ground pepper

3 crushed garlic cloves

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

5 tablespoons olive oil

3 tablespoons natural or Greek yogurt

1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

Instructions

1-Make the marinade: Whisk together mild harissa, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper until combined.

2-Coat the chicken: Add chicken strips to the marinade and mix until every piece is evenly coated.

3-Marinate: Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight, or 30 minutes at room temperature (in fridge if over 1 hour).

4-Soak skewers: About 30-60 minutes before grilling, soak wooden skewers in water to prevent burning.

5-Thread skewers: Thread each chicken strip horizontally onto the soaked skewers.

6-Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high (400Β°F), grill skewers 3-4 minutes per side, turning once, until golden and internal temperature reaches 165Β°F.

7-Make sauce: Place crushed garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, yogurt, and chopped fresh mint into a food processor.

8-Blend sauce: Process until smooth and creamy; add a splash of water or buttermilk for a thinner consistency if desired.

9-Serve: Drizzle the garlic mint sauce generously over the hot skewers and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.

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Notes

🌢️ For more heat, add ½ teaspoon of spicy harissa or a pinch of cayenne to the marinade.
πŸ₯© This recipe also works beautifully with lamb, shrimp, or extra-firm tofu β€” just adjust grilling times accordingly.
πŸ₯™ The garlic mint sauce can be made up to 5 days ahead; serve with warm pita, couscous, or a Mediterranean salad for a complete meal.

  • Author: Ruby Bennett
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Marinating Time: 3 hours
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean, North African

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1-2 skewers
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 22g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 29g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg