Homemade Peri Peri Chicken
Homemade Peri Peri Chicken brings bold, lemony brightness balanced with smoky paprika, fiery chili, and aromatic garlic and ginger. After a long marinade, the chicken grills to a juicy finish with lightly charred skin and a peppery kick. Ideal for a weekend cookout or a lively weeknight dinner when you want big, zesty flavors.
- Prep5 min
- Cook30 min
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a large bowl, mix lemon juice, paprika, chili powder, garlic, ginger, and salt until evenly combined. Add the chicken; rub to coat thoroughly, then marinate in the refrigerator for 3 hours.
- 2
Preheat a grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grates.
- 3
Place the chicken on the preheated grill; discard the marinade. Cook, turning occasionally, until the skins are slightly charred and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the chicken should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Calories 2008.01 kcal High
- Protein 378.89 g Good Source
- Carbs 25.09 g Moderate
- Total Fat 42.24 g High
- Saturated Fat 0.25 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 1271.59 mg High
- Sodium 3414.27 mg High
- Fiber 5.22 g Moderate
- Sugar 0.99 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 353.3 mg Good Source
- Iron 2.48 mg Moderate
- Potassium 349.58 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 3.48 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 43.23 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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