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Flavorful Moroccan Spiced Roasted Peach Chicken Thighs Recipe with Harissa and Honey

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A delicious and easy weeknight dish combining juicy bone-in chicken thighs with roasted peaches, harissa spice, and a honey glaze for a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 3 large fresh peaches, sliced into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons harissa paste
  • 3 tablespoons honey (divided)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Pat dry the chicken thighs with paper towels. Rub them with 2 tablespoons olive oil, then sprinkle the spice mix evenly over them.
  4. Add 2 tablespoons harissa paste and massage it into the chicken. Let rest for 15-20 minutes if possible.
  5. Slice peaches into wedges and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon honey.
  6. Place chicken thighs skin-side up in a cast iron skillet or baking dish, spacing evenly. Nestle peach wedges between the thighs.
  7. Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes until chicken skin is golden and crispy and peaches are tender and caramelized. Optionally broil for 2-3 minutes if skin needs more crisping.
  8. About 5 minutes before done, drizzle 2 tablespoons honey over chicken and peaches and return to oven to glaze.
  9. Remove from oven, squeeze lemon juice over the dish, and sprinkle with chopped cilantro or parsley.
  10. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before marinating to ensure crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. Add honey glaze near the end to prevent burning. Adjust harissa amount for desired spice level. Leftovers keep well for up to 3 days and reheat best in oven to maintain crispiness.

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Keywords: Moroccan chicken, roasted peaches, harissa chicken, honey glaze, spicy chicken thighs, easy weeknight dinner, roasted fruit chicken

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