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Peri Peri Chicken

Peri Peri Chicken

This Peri Peri Chicken is juicy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Whether you're cooking for the family or meal prepping for the week, this recipe delivers every single time. It's about to become one of your go-to favorites!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: African
Calories: 370
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken, spatchcocked (or 8 pieces)
  • 6-8 bird's eye chili peppers
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 red bell pepper, roasted
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Blend bird's eye chilies, garlic, roasted red pepper, paprika, oregano, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, brown sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. Place the chicken in a large dish. Pour half the peri peri sauce over the chicken, coating thoroughly. Reserve the remaining sauce. Marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F. Place chicken on a roasting rack. Roast for 45-55 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, basting with reserved sauce every 15 minutes.
  4. Broil on high for 3-5 minutes to get a charred, crispy skin.
  5. Rest for 10 minutes. Serve with extra peri peri sauce, fries, or rice.

Notes

Storage & Meal Prep
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
Freezer: Freeze in a sealed container for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
Reheat: Warm in a skillet over medium heat, in the microwave, or in a 350°F oven until heated through.