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CAVA Harissa Honey Chicken Bowls (Copycat Recipe!)

Shallow bowl with salad greens, topped with grain, chopped chicken thigh, cucumber and tomato mix, red pepper hummus, tzatziki (yogurt sauce), pickled red onions, and freshly chopped parsley
Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Rest Time 35 mins
Total Time 1 hr 30 mins
Cooking Method: ,
Cuisine:
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 465
Dietary: Gluten-free, High-protein
Description

Because CAVA be getting a little pricey…

Ingredients
    Harissa honey chicken:
  • 2 lb chicken thighs (boneless and skinless)
  • 3 tbsp harissa paste
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
    • Bowl & toppings:
  • 3 cups cooked basmati rice (1 1/2 cups uncooked rice)
  • 10 oz spring mix (or any salad greens)
  • 6 Persian cucumbers, sliced
  • 10 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Olive oil
  • Lemon juice
  • Salt & pepper
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Hummus
  • Tzatziki
  • Pickled red onions
Instructions
    Cooking the chicken:
  1. 1

    Add all the marinade ingredients to the chicken. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.

  2. 2

    Place the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket or tray. Air fry at 375°F for 22-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

    If using oven: Lay the chicken on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Bake at 400°F for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  3. 3

    Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, before cutting into bite sized pieces.

    4. Assembling the bowls:
  4. 4

    To a mixing bowl, add the cucumber and tomato, along with olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, salt and pepper to taste. Toss together.

  5. 5
    Add the salad greens, rice, chicken, cucumber tomato salad, and other toppings (hummus, tzatziki, pickled red onions, feta, etc.) to your serving bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 465kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g30%
Total Carbohydrate 43g15%
Dietary Fiber 4g16%
Protein 30g60%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: CAVA, copycat recipe, restaurant copycat, Mediterranean food, healthy meal, balanced meal, high protein, high fiber, lunch, dinner
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Iris
Hey! I'm Iris, a casual home cook and rice enthusiast. I share Chinese-ish recipes that prioritize health and convenience.