Peri Peri Chicken Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Peri Peri Chicken is a spicy and flavorful dish originating from Portugal. The chicken is marinated in a tangy and spicy peri peri sauce made with chili peppers, garlic, lemon juice, and spices. It is then grilled or roasted to perfection, resulting in juicy and tender meat with a deliciously charred exterior. This dish is perfect for those who love bold and fiery flavors.

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Non Vegdiet
30minstotal
7minsPrep
23minsCook
30m.total
7m.Prep
23m.Cook
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Ingredients for Peri Peri Chicken Recipe

  • 1 Chicken Leg Quarters
  • 1.25 Li Peppers, Seeded And Chopped
  • 1 cloves Cloves Of Garlic
  • 1/2 Juice Lemons
  • 0.06 cup Olive Oil
  • 1/4 tablespoon Paprika
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste

Directions: Peri Peri Chicken Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a blender, combine chili peppers, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper to make the peri peri sauce.
  • STEP 2.Marinate the chicken in the peri peri sauce for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • STEP 3.Grill or roast the chicken until cooked through and charred on the outside, basting with the remaining peri peri sauce.
  • STEP 4.Serve the peri peri chicken with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.

Cooking Tips

  • Adjust the amount of chili peppers in the peri peri sauce according to your spice preference.
  • For extra flavor, add some fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro to the peri peri sauce.
  • Make sure to baste the chicken with the peri peri sauce while grilling or roasting to keep it moist and flavorful.

Storage and Serving

  • Leftover peri peri chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat the chicken in the oven or microwave until heated through.
  • Serve the peri peri chicken with a side of rice, roasted potatoes, or crusty bread.
Nutrition
value
414
calories per serving
33 g Fat26 g Protein4 g Carbs2 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    33g
  • Protein
    26g
  • Carbs
    4g
  • Fiber
    2g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    4g
  • Protein
    26g
  • Fiber
    2g

Fats

  • Fat
    33g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    71mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    152mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    8mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    24mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    12mg
  • Vitamin E
    4mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    46mg
  • Manganese
    2mg
  • Phosphorus
    250mg
  • Selenium
    25mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp