Piri Piri Chicken
Ignite your taste buds with this vibrant and spicy Piri Piri Chicken recipe, a true celebration of bold Portuguese flavors! Featuring a whole spatchcocked chicken marinated in a fiery blend of bird’s eye chilies, smoked paprika, garlic, and zesty lemon juice, this dish is the perfect balance of heat and tanginess. The marinade, enriched with olive oil and red wine vinegar, deeply infuses the chicken for an irresistibly tender and juicy result. Whether grilled to smoky perfection or roasted to a golden crisp in the oven, this quick-to-prepare (20 minutes!) yet flavor-packed recipe makes an eye-catching centerpiece for any meal. Serve it with fluffy rice, fresh salad, or grilled veggies for a complete feast that will keep your guests coming back for more. Perfect for spice lovers and weeknight dinners alike!
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Ingredients
- 1 kg Whole chicken
- 60 ml Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 4 Garlic cloves
- 3 Bird's eye chilies
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
Directions
Step 1
Begin by spatchcocking the chicken: using sharp kitchen scissors, remove the backbone by cutting along either side of it. Open the chicken out and flatten the breastbone with the heel of your hand.
Step 2
In a blender, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, peeled garlic cloves, bird's eye chilies (adjust amount for preferred heat), smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and red wine vinegar. Blend until smooth to form the piri piri marinade.
Step 3
Place the chicken in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate. Marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, for the best flavor.
Step 4
Preheat your grill or oven to 200°C (400°F). If using an oven, place the chicken on a baking tray lined with aluminum foil.
Step 5
Cook the chicken on the preheated grill or in the oven for about 50 minutes, turning halfway through if grilling, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and the juices run clear when the thickest part is pierced with a knife.
Step 6
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before carving.
Step 7
Serve the Piri Piri Chicken with your choice of side dishes like rice, salad, or grilled vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1154.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 704.8 |
| Total Fat 65.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g | |
| Cholesterol 75mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2449.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 10.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.8g | |
| Protein 20.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 64.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 462.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories