Zesty Peri Peri Chicken for Spice Lovers
A vibrant dish that combines juicy chicken with a spicy peri peri marinade, perfect for spice lovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Portuguese/African
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Place the chicken pieces in a baking dish, and pour the marinade over them, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake the chicken for 35-40 minutes or until the skin is crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Plate with your favorite sides and enjoy!
- Clean your equipment and surfaces afterwards.
Notes
For a milder flavor, reduce cayenne pepper or add honey to balance the heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg