Peri Peri Chicken
A spicy, flavorful chicken dish inspired by Portuguese and African cuisines. The chicken is marinated in a blend of peri-peri sauce, herbs, and spices, then grilled to perfection.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Oregano - 1 teaspoon
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
- Peri-peri sauce - 1 cup
- Chicken - 4 pieces
Let's Get Started
- In a bowl, combine the peri-peri sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and toss to coat in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight if possible.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for about 20 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
- Serve the peri-peri chicken with a side of rice or salad.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 50g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g
