Collected Foods kitchen recipe.

Butterflied BBQ Harissa Chicken (Dry Seasoning Rub): North African warmth for trays, stews, and quick sauces. Collected Foods Harissa Spice Powder is the flavor driver.

Serves: 4

Why this spice: A dry harissa rub under the skin gives butterflied grill chicken North African heat and color.

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken, butterflied
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp Collected Foods Harissa Spice Powder
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• Lemon wedges

Directions

1. Mix harissa, salt, garlic powder, and paprika. Rub chicken with oil, then spice mix under and over skin.
2. Rest 30 minutes. Grill over medium indirect heat, skin up, until 165°F in the thickest part, 40–50 minutes.
3. Optional: finish skin-side down briefly for char.
4. Rest 10 minutes; carve with lemon.
5. Taste and adjust salt or spice before serving.

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