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High protein · Gluten-free · Dinner
Harissa Chicken, Brown Rice & Feta Salad
Charred harissa chicken thighs with nutty brown rice, feta, herbs and sweet roasted squash.
Prep15 min
Cook35 min
Serves4
Protein41 g
Ingredients
- 6 skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp rose harissa
- 200 g brown rice
- ½ butternut squash, cubed
- 100 g feta
- Rocket, parsley, mint
- Lemon and olive oil
Nutrition per serving
| Energy | ≈ 590 kcal |
| Protein | ≈ 41 g |
| Fibre | ≈ 6 g |
| Fat | ≈ 20 g |
Approximate values, calculated from standard UK food composition data.
Method
- Marinate chicken in harissa. Roast squash at 200°C for 25 minutes.
- Cook rice. Grill or roast chicken until charred and cooked through.
- Toss rice with squash, herbs, lemon and oil; top with sliced chicken and crumbled feta.
Nutritional notes
Brown rice keeps its bran layer, adding fibre and magnesium compared with white rice.