Flavorful Portuguese Peri Peri Chicken
Juicy and flavorful grilled peri peri chicken, marinated to perfection for a spicy and zesty meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Portuguese
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (900g) chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
- ⅓ cup (80ml) peri peri sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: cayenne pepper or fresh chili to taste
Instructions
- Combine the peri peri sauce, minced garlic, smoked paprika, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Whisk until smooth.
- Place the chicken thighs in the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Place chicken thighs skin side down on the grill.
- Sear for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
- Flip the chicken and continue grilling for another 10-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For maximum flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours or overnight. You can serve with a fresh salad, grilled veggies, or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Peri Peri Chicken, Grilled Chicken, Portuguese Recipe, Spicy Chicken