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Orange‑Harissa Chickenwith Citrus and Olive Salsa

Recipe by Stefanie Phillips on InstagramAdded 1 August 2026.
  • 50 min
  • Serves 4
  • 11 ingredients

15 minutes to prep, 35 to cook. Juicy, skin‑crispy chicken thighs glazed with a bright orange‑harissa sauce and topped with a refreshing citrus‑olive salsa. The combination of heat, citrus brightness, and herbaceous notes makes it a standout weeknight dinner.

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Orange‑Harissa Chicken with Citrus and Olive Salsa by Stefanie Phillips, a frame from the Instagram video

Ingredients

4 servingsMetric

Citrus and Olive Salsa

Amounts as Stefanie Phillips gives them. Metric converts supported weights and liquids, and oven temperatures; spoon measures and counts stay as written.

Method

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 425°F (425°F).

  2. 2

    Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, whisk together the orange harissa paste and 2 tbsp olive oil to form a smooth glaze.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The harissa and oil blend into a smooth glaze.

  4. 4

    Brush the glaze evenly over each chicken thigh, making sure the skin is fully coated.

  5. 5

    Arrange the glazed chicken thighs on a rimmed sheet pan, spacing them apart for even cooking.

  6. 6

    Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the skin is golden‑brown and crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (165°F).

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The skin is golden and crisp and the chicken is cooked through.

  7. 7

    While the chicken bakes, prepare the citrus and olive salsa: combine the orange zest, lemon zest, orange juice, lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, thinly sliced red onion, diced cucumber, chopped parsley, and olive brine in a mixing bowl.

  8. 8

    Season the salsa with salt and black pepper to taste, then toss gently to blend all flavors.

  9. 9

    When the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes to retain its juices.

  10. 10

    Serve each chicken thigh topped with a generous spoonful of the citrus‑olive salsa, and enjoy immediately.

Tips while you cook

Dry the skin
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels before seasoning.
Even glaze
Whisk the orange harissa paste with olive oil before brushing onto the thighs.
Rest after baking
Let the cooked chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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