South African 45 min

Piri Piri Chicken

Name: Piri Piri Chicken
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: South African
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken, spatchcocked (backbone removed); 6-8 piri piri or bird's eye chilies; 4 cloves garlic; 2 tbsp smoked paprika; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 tbsp oregano; 1 tsp salt; 1 red bell pepper; Rice or fries for serving

SpicyGrilledSouth African

Ingredientsfor 2

380

Cal

36g

Protein

Carbs

24g

Fat

11 whole chicken, spatchcocked (backbone removed)
26-8 piri piri or bird's eye chilies
34 cloves garlic
42 tbsp smoked paprika
51/4 cup olive oil
61/4 cup lemon juice
71 tbsp oregano
81 tsp salt
91 red bell pepper
10Rice or fries for serving

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Instructions

1
Blend chilies, garlic, paprika, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, red bell pepper, and salt into a smooth marinade.
2
Score the spatchcocked chicken all over with deep cuts. Rub marinade everywhere, getting into the cuts.
3
Marinate at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
4
Preheat grill to medium-high or oven to 425°F.
5
Grill skin-side down for 15 minutes, then flip and grill 15 more minutes. Or roast in oven for 35-40 minutes.
6
Baste with extra marinade while cooking.
7
Rest 10 minutes before cutting. Serve with lemon wedges, fries, and a simple side salad.