Harissa Chicken With Leeks and Potatoes Recipe by Tasty

Name: Harissa Chicken With Leeks and Potatoes Recipe by Tasty
Cuisine: African
Ingredients: 2 lb bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and drunmsticks; kosher salt, to taste; freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon smoked paprika; 3 tablespoons harissa paste; 2 lemons, juiced, plus 1/4 cup (60 ml), divided; 1 ½ lb yukon gold potato, cubed; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon dried parsley; 1 cup greek yogurt; ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped; 2 tablespoons honey; ½ cup chopped fresh dill; 1 tablespoon sumac; 2 leeks, white and light green parts, halved lengthwise, rinsed, and thinly sliced into half-moons; 1 lemon, zested

Instructions

This bold, comforting dish is inspired by North African flavors, with harissa as the star. It's a fragrant, spicy chile paste that gives the chicken a deep, complex heat. Juicy thighs roast up perfectly alongside sweet, caramelized leeks and crispy golden potatoes. The result is a cozy, satisfying meal that's big on flavor but easy enough for a weeknight. Whether you're cooking for friends or just want something different for dinner, this one's a winner.

Updated at: Thu, 06 Nov 2025 08:25:35 GMT