Description
A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring spicy grilled chicken marinated in a zesty peri peri sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (cut into pieces, about 3–4 lbs)
- 1/4 cup olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 lemons (juiced, about 1/3 cup)
- 2 tablespoons paprika (sweet or smoked)
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper until mixed well.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken pieces in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Use a fork to pierce each piece, then coat thoroughly with the marinade. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat Your Cooking Equipment: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F) or oven to 425°F.
- Prepare for Cooking: Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off.
- For Grilling: Cook chicken, skin-side down, on the grill for 6-8 minutes per side, basting with leftover marinade.
- For Oven Roasting: Arrange marinated chicken pieces on a lined baking sheet. Roast for 35-45 minutes, turning once halfway through.
- Check for Doneness: Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve and Enjoy: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to keep it moist.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate overnight and check the internal temperature to ensure doneness. Adjust chili flakes to personal spice preference.
- Prep Time: 120 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Roasting
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg