Portuguese BBQ Piri Piri Chicken Recipe

Portuguese bbq piri piri chicken is a delicious dish that combines the smoky flavor of barbecue with the spicy kick of piri piri seasoning. Piri piri is a type of chili pepper that is commonly used in Portuguese and African cuisine, and it adds a fiery heat to the chicken.

Preparation time	20 min
Cooking Time	20 min
Ready In	2 h 40 min
Level of Difficulty	Easy
Servings	4

To make bbq piri piri chicken, you will need to marinate the chicken in a mixture of piri piri seasoning, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil for at least 30 minutes (but preferably several hours) before grilling it over charcoal or gas. The marinade helps to infuse the chicken with flavor and also helps to keep it moist and tender during cooking.

Once the chicken is on the grill, you will want to cook it over medium-high heat, turning it occasionally, until it is cooked through and has a crispy, caramelized exterior. This should take about 20-25 minutes depending on the size of the chicken pieces.

When serving bbq piri piri chicken, you can garnish it with fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro, and serve it with sides like grilled vegetables, rice, or a salad. It's a perfect dish for a summer barbecue or any time you want to add some heat and flavor to your meal.

Ingredients

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs4 bone-in, skin-on chicken drumsticks1/4 cup olive oil3 cloves garlic, minced1 tablespoon smoked paprika1 teaspoon cumin1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup orange juice1/4 cup white wine vinegar2 tablespoons of piri piri sauce (or to taste) Get Portuguese ingredients

Directions

In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Add the chicken to the bowl and toss to coat with the spice mixture. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours, or overnight.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, orange juice, white wine vinegar, and piri piri sauce.
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.
During the last 5 minutes of grilling, baste the chicken with the piri piri sauce mixture.
Before serving, take the chicken off the grill and allow it to rest for five to ten minutes.

Edu Costa

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