This flavorful Peri Peri Chicken recipe features juicy bone-in chicken thighs marinated in a spicy and tangy sauce, then grilled to perfection for a deliciously smoky finish.
Author:Mari
Prep Time:7 minutes
Cook Time:12 minutes
Total Time:29 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Grilling
Cuisine:Portuguese
Diet:Halal
Ingredients
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Ingredients
6 bone-in chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 lemon (juiced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 small red chili (finely chopped)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Prepare marinade: In a food processor, add the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, red chili, brown sugar, dried oregano, sweet paprika, cayenne pepper, and satl, and blend until smooth.
Marinate chicken: Add the chicken to a bowl and cover with the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes or overnight.
Grill chicken: Grease a grill pan or preheat a charcoal grill to medium. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for 12 minutes, turning regularly, until it reaches an internal temperature of 165F.
Notes
Marinate for at least 10 minutes or overnight for best flavor.
Use a grill pan or charcoal grill for an authentic grilled taste.
Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165F for safe consumption.