This is just a delicious marinated chicken dish. It’s got a nice amount of spice to it but isn’t too overwhelming. This was a big party pleaser and it’s easy to prepare a lot. It’s probably especially nice if you have a grill but I used the oven and it worked out fine.
Peri Peri Chicken
2018-07-04 13:39:46
Serves 6
Easy and flavorful chicken that can be made on the grill or in the oven
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Prep Time
2 hr 10 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
2 hr 40 min
Ingredients
- 1 kg boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut in to 5cm pieces
- 60ml olive oil
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1/2 red pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeno chopped, seeds removed
- 1 tsp chili pepper
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp basil
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 lemon, juiced
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- If you're using wood skewers, soak them in water for an hour.
- In a blender or food processor, blend together onion, red pepper, jalapeno, chili pepper, garlic, basil, oregano while drizzling in the olive oil until it makes a paste.
- Once blended mix in paprika, lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste.
- Marinate the chicken sealed in a plastic bag or container for at least 2 hours.
- When ready to make, place the chicken pieces on the skewers.
- Grill on an oiled grill over medium heat for 10-15 minutes, flipped halfway OR bake in an oven at 175°C for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.
Adapted from African Bites
Adapted from African Bites
Mab Made Food http://www.mabdese.net/bento/