Description
These bold and flavorful Cava Honey Harissa Chicken Bowls are loaded with juicy marinated chicken, fresh veggies, fluffy rice, creamy feta, and a spicy-sweet vinaigrette. It’s your favorite Mediterranean bowl—made right at home in under an hour!
Ingredients
Honey Harissa Chicken Marinade
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1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
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2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (or avocado oil)
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2 tbsp harissa paste (adjust to taste)
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1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tsp kosher salt
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½ tsp black pepper
Hot Harissa Vinaigrette
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp harissa paste
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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½ tsp onion powder
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1 garlic clove, minced (or ½ tsp garlic powder)
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¼ tsp kosher salt
Bowl & Toppings
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2 cups cooked basmati rice
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2 cups mixed salad greens
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1 avocado, sliced
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½ cup pickled red onions
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½ cup crumbled feta
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½ cup marinated cucumbers and tomatoes
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¼ cup hummus (to taste)
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Pita chips, pita bread, or naan (for serving)
Instructions
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Marinate the Chicken:
In a bowl or zip-top bag, combine chicken thighs with olive oil, harissa, honey, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator. -
Prepare Toppings:
While the chicken marinates, cook basmati rice according to package directions. Slice avocado, crumble feta, and prep your greens and veggies. -
Make Vinaigrette:
In a jar, combine vinaigrette ingredients. Shake or whisk until well blended. Chill in the fridge. -
Cook the Chicken:
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs (smooth side down) for 5–6 minutes, then flip and cook for 4–5 minutes more until internal temperature reaches 160°F. Let rest before chopping. -
Assemble the Bowls:
Layer bowls with rice and salad greens. Top with chopped chicken, avocado, pickled onions, cucumbers, feta, and hummus. Drizzle with harissa vinaigrette and serve with pita.
Notes
Spice Level Tip: Start with less harissa if you’re heat-sensitive. You can always add more!
Make-Ahead Friendly: Prep ingredients separately and assemble when ready to serve.
Vegetarian Option: Swap chicken with grilled tofu or roasted chickpeas.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner , Bowls
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 525 Kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 740 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg