🌶️ Peri Peri Chicken Recipe | Homemade Nando’s Style
Reposted by homemade addict2
Credits @cookwithjudyandflo
Ingredients:
For Peri Peri Marinade:
Red chillies (fresh or dry) – 6–8 (adjust spice level)
Garlic – 6–8 cloves
Red bell pepper – 1 (roasted or fresh)
Lemon juice – 2 tbsp
Vinegar – 1 tbsp
Paprika – 1 tsp
Smoked paprika (optional) – ½ tsp
Red chilli powder – ½ tsp
Salt – to taste
Black pepper – ½ tsp
Olive oil – 3 tbsp
For Chicken:
Chicken (whole, cut into pieces or boneless thighs) – 1 kg
Butter – 1 tbsp (for basting)

Method:
Make the Peri Peri Sauce:
Blend red chillies, garlic, bell pepper, lemon juice, vinegar, paprika, salt, pepper, and olive oil into a smooth paste.

Marinate the Chicken:
Coat chicken evenly with the peri peri marinade.
Let it rest for at least 2 hours (overnight for best flavor).

Cooking Options:
Grill: Grill on a barbecue or grill pan till golden and cooked through, basting with butter occasionally.

Oven: Preheat oven to 200°C and bake for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway.
Pan Fry: Cook on medium heat in a non-stick pan, turning until evenly browned and cooked.

Final Touch:
Brush some leftover peri peri sauce and butter on top for extra shine and spice.

Serving Suggestion:
Serve hot with fries, coleslaw, or garlic rice and a squeeze of lemon 🧈🍋
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