Roasted Piri Piri Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (about 1.5 kg / 3.3 lbs) 1 whole chicken (about 1.5 kg / 3.3 lbs)
• 4-6 piri piri peppers, finely chopped 4-6 piri piri peppers, finely chopped
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon Juice of 1 lemon
• 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Nutrition

• Calories: 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat: 20g (Saturated Fat: 5g)
• Carbohydrates: 2g (Sugars: 0g)
• Protein: 40g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. 2.
   In a bowl, combine the chopped piri piri peppers, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, paprika, and dried oregano.
3. 3.
   Place the chicken in a roasting pan and rub the marinade all over the chicken, making sure to coat it evenly.
4. 4.
   Cover the roasting pan with aluminum foil and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
5. 5.
   Remove the foil and roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F) and the skin is golden and crispy.
6. 6.
   Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
7. 7.
   Serve the Roasted Piri Piri Chicken with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Piri Piri Peppers — Adjust the amount of peppers according to your spice preference. For a milder version, reduce the number of peppers or remove the seeds before chopping.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra smoky flavor, you can grill the chicken instead of roasting it in the oven.
• If you can't find piri piri peppers, you can substitute them with bird's eye chili peppers or any other hot chili pepper variety.
• Serve the Roasted Piri Piri Chicken with a side of Portuguese rice and a fresh salad for a complete meal.
• Make extra marinade and use it as a dipping sauce for the chicken or as a flavorful dressing for salads.
• Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or fewer piri piri peppers to the marinade.

Serving advice

Serve the Roasted Piri Piri Chicken as the main course of a Portuguese-inspired dinner. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for an added touch of freshness.

Presentation advice

Present the Roasted Piri Piri Chicken on a platter, showcasing its golden and crispy skin. Accompany it with colorful side dishes to create an appetizing and visually appealing spread.