Homemade Peri Peri Chicken

Homemade Peri Peri Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    3 hrs 35 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    193

Embark on a culinary journey to Africa with this vibrant Peri Peri Chicken. Infused with a fiery blend of spices and zesty lemon, this dish is perfect for grilling and serving with your favorite sides, from crisp salads and golden fries to warm pita bread with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    12 g
  • Cholesterol
    127 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    47 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    1023 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, paprika, chili powder, minced garlic, chopped ginger, and salt until well combined. (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 3 hrs Add the chicken to the bowl, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate the chicken. (3 hours+)

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03 Step

Recipe View 10 mins Preheat your grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking. (10 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and discard the marinade. Place the chicken pieces onto the preheated grill. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 30 mins Cook the chicken, turning occasionally, until the skins are slightly charred and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork. This should take approximately 30 minutes, but ensure an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken registers at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). (30 minutes)

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06 Step

Recipe View 10 mins Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish. (10 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of smoked paprika to the marinade.
If you don't have a grill, you can bake the chicken in a preheated oven at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for about 35-40 minutes, or until cooked through.
Adjust the amount of chili powder to suit your spice preference.
Serve with a cooling garlic yogurt sauce by combining Greek yogurt, crushed garlic, finely chopped chives, and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Nat Graham

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.0/ 5 ( 64 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Gaston Collins

    The best peri peri chicken recipe I've ever tried!

  • Rosalinda Labadie

    Absolutely delicious! The marinade is so flavorful and the chicken was incredibly tender.

  • Henri Bruen

    I added a bit of honey to the marinade for a touch of sweetness and it was amazing!

  • Nicholas Kshlerin

    I made this for a barbecue and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the spicy kick.

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