If you’re looking for a flavorful and spicy twist on traditional chicken wings, look no further than this Lemon Harissa Chicken Wing recipe. Harissa is a North African spice blend made from roasted chili peppers, garlic, and other spices, and it gives these chicken wings a fiery kick. The addition of lemon adds a bright and refreshing flavor to balance out the heat. These wings are perfect for a game day snack or a casual dinner with friends. So fire up the grill and get ready to impress your taste buds with this delicious and easy-to-make recipe!
Ingredients You’ll Need
Chicken wings: I like to get mine from Rastelli’s Butcher.
Harissa Paste: This is a spicy pepper blend. You can find it at most stores, but I get mine at Trader Joe’s.
Lemon Juice: one whole lemon juiced
Olive Oil
Seasonings: Garlic powder, salt and pepper
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Pat the chicken wings dry– this is very important. Season them with salt and pepper.
Combine other ingredients to create the wing sauce.
Coat the wings with the harissa sauce on both sides.
Grill the wings until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
Serving Tips: I love servings these with a tzatziki sauce, whether that be dairy-free or not. One I love most is Cava’s (not dairy-free) and you can find it at Whole Foods.
Troubleshooting: Start slow with the harissa sauce, as it can be spicy. I do one coat and then add more after if needed.
Scaling tips: You can always make more wings, just be sure to double or triple the sauce.
Recipe Variations
This recipe is Whole30 compatible, however you can use your favorite tzatziki sauce that can be dairy-free or not dairy-free. Be sure to check all your ingredients on the harissa paste to make sure they are Whole30 compatible if you are doing a Whole30.
Storage Tips
These wings can be stored in an air tight container for up to 5 days, however they may lose their crispness. Reheat them in the oven or air fryer to make them crispy again.
FAQs About Lemon Harissa Chicken Wings
- Where can I find harissa paste in the grocery store? It is typically in the aisle with the international ingredients.
- What is a good dairy-free tzatziki sauce? I like the one here.
Lemon Harissa Chicken Wings
Ingredients
- 2 lb Chicken Wings
- 2 Tbsp Harissa Paste
- 2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 Lemon juiced
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Pat the chicken wings dry with a paper towel (this is key to getting a good crisp). Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Mix together the harissa paste, lemon juice, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
- Brush the harissa sauce onto the wings, making sure both sides are coated.
- Place the wings on the grill skin side down and cook for about 8 minutes. Flip the wings and cook the other side for another 8 minutes.
- Once the wings have reached an internal temp of 165°F they are finished.
- Remove them from the grill, serve and enjoy!
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If you make and like this recipe, be sure to rate and leave a comment! If you do like this recipe and looking for another way to use the harissa, check out this Harissa Marinaded Chicken.
