piri-piri-chicken

piri-piri-chicken recipe on DishRoll

Ingredients

• 1 1 whole chicken, spatchcocked (or 4 thighs)
• 2 6 African bird's eye chilies (or red chilies)
• 3 4 garlic cloves
• 4 1 lemon, juice and zest
• 5 3 tbsp olive oil
• 6 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 7 1 tsp oregano
• 8 ½ tsp salt
• 9 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

1. 1
   Blend chilies, garlic, lemon juice, zest, olive oil, paprika, oregano, and salt into a smooth piri piri sauce.
2. 2
   Score chicken deeply and rub piri piri sauce all over, getting under the skin. Marinate at least 2 hours.
3. 3
   Grill chicken breast-side down over medium heat 15–20 min, then flip and cook 20–25 min more.
4. 4
   Baste frequently with pan juices. Internal temperature should reach 165°F.
5. 5
   Melt butter into remaining piri piri sauce and pour over chicken to serve.