This copycat Cava recipe is totally crave-worthy with juicy grilled chicken thighs, rice, and plenty of veggies, all topped off with a spicy harissa vinaigrette.
Marinate the Chicken. In a jar, add 2 tbsp Mina Harissa Moroccan Red Pepper Sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 garlic cloves, sliced, and 1 tsp kosher salt. Shake until well combined, then pour over 1 1/2 lbs chicken thighs, extra fat trimmed in a resealable container. Cover and set aside in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
Make the Dressing. In the same jar you used for the marinade, add 1/4 cup Mina Harissa Moroccan Red Pepper Sauce, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1/2 tsp each: sea salt, garlic powder, oregano, and 1/4 tsp cumin. Shake well until the oil is emulsified. Set aside.
Grill the Chicken and Corn. Pre-heat the grill to about 450°F. Once pre-heated, use grill tongs and a bunched up paper towel to brush the grill grates with vegetable oil. Add the marinated chicken thighs "nice" side down to the oiled grill grates and grill for about 6 minutes per side or until cooked through. Set aside to cool for at least 5 minutes, then slice for serving.
Add 4 small ears of corn on the cob and grill for 6-8 mins or until the corn is tender and lightly charred, turning frequently to cook evenly and avoid burning. Once the corn has cooled enough to be handled, cut the kernels from the cob for serving. Optional: brush the corn with a bit of olive oil and season with salt before grilling.
Assemble the Bowls. In a wide shallow bowl like a pasta bowl, add rice, spring mix, chicken, corn, and all desired toppings like avocados, cucumbers, pickled red onions, hummus, tzatziki, and feta cheese. Top with prepared dressing and serve immediately.
Notes
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