Armenian Harissa with Chicken and Cracked Wheat for Dinner
Harissa is a traditional Armenian dish made with chicken, cracked wheat, and spices, slow-cooked to perfection for 90 minutes.
Harissa is a hearty Armenian dish that blends flavors of chicken and cracked wheat. It's perfect for a comforting dinner.
Why This Recipe Works
Flavor Depth: The combination of spices like cumin and cinnamon enhances the dish's richness.
Texture Harmony: Cracked wheat absorbs the broth, creating a creamy consistency that's satisfying.
Tender Chicken: Slow cooking ensures the chicken remains juicy and falls apart easily.
Chef's Pro Tip: For added flavor, marinate the chicken in spices for 30 minutes before cooking.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
70 min
Total Time
90 min
Servings
Ingredients
Directions
- 1
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- 2
Add minced garlic, cumin, cinnamon, and black pepper; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Stir in the chicken thighs, browning them on all sides for about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add cracked wheat and chicken broth; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- 5
Cover the pot and simmer for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is tender.
- 6
Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot; stir in salt and chopped parsley.
- 7
Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
15g
carbs
45g
fiber
5g
sodium
600mg
protein
30g
calories
400




