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Flavorful Cava Honey Harissa Chicken Bowls Easy Healthy Recipe with Fresh Veggies

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A quick and easy chicken bowl recipe featuring a sweet and smoky honey harissa marinade brightened with cava, served with fresh veggies and grains for a healthy, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons harissa paste (adjust based on spice preference)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (local or wildflower honey works best)
  • 1/4 cup cava or dry sparkling white wine
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach or baby arugula
  • About 2 cups cooked quinoa, rice, or couscous
  • Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • Optional: crumbled feta or dollop of Greek yogurt

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together harissa paste, honey, cava, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Add chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to 1 hour in the fridge.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and cook 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through and caramelized. Cook in batches if needed.
  4. While chicken cooks, chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion. Toss spinach or arugula lightly with salt and olive oil if desired.
  5. Cook quinoa, rice, or couscous according to package instructions and fluff with a fork.
  6. Assemble bowls by layering cooked grains, fresh veggies, and honey harissa chicken. Sprinkle with chopped herbs and add feta or Greek yogurt if using.
  7. Optionally, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the bowl before serving.

Notes

Marinate chicken at least 20 minutes for best flavor; up to 1 hour or overnight for deeper taste. Cook chicken in batches to avoid steaming. Adjust harissa amount to control spice level. Use feta or Greek yogurt to balance heat. Substitute cava with dry white wine or lemon juice if unavailable. For gluten-free, use quinoa or rice instead of couscous. For dairy-free, omit feta and yogurt or use plant-based alternatives.

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