Portuguese Peri Peri Chicken
A spicy and flavorful Peri Peri chicken recipe that captures the essence of Portugal, perfect for gatherings and casual dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 120 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Portuguese
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 whole lemons, juiced (about 1/4 cup juice)
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon chili flakes, adjust to taste
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Pierce chicken pieces several times with a fork. Place in a large resealable bag and pour marinade over chicken, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 120 minutes, preferably overnight.
- Preheat the Grill or Oven: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F) or preheat oven to 400°F.
- Prepare for Cooking: Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Reserve some marinade for basting if desired.
- Grill the Chicken: Grill chicken for 35-45 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with marinade during the first half of cooking only, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Roast the Chicken (if preferred): If roasting, place on a wire rack over a baking sheet and roast for 45-50 minutes.
- Rest Before Serving: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Adjust spice levels to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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