Peri Peri Grilled Chicken
This Peri Peri Grilled Chicken is juicy, smoky, spicy, and packed with bold flavor from a homemade peri peri marinade made with roasted peppers, garlic, lemon juice, and spices. Perfect for summer grilling, meal prep, and easy family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 MINUTES
- Marinate Time: 4 Hours
- Cook Time: 16 MINUTES
- Total Time: 4 hours 31 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 SERVINGS 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Portugese Inspired
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 3 pounds chicken thighs and drumsticks
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
For the Peri Peri Marinade
- 2 red bell peppers
- 4 Fresno peppers or red jalapeños
- 8 garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Roast the bell peppers and Fresno peppers under the broiler or over an open flame until charred. Cover and let steam for 10 minutes, then remove skins and stems.
- Add roasted peppers, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, smoked paprika, oregano, onion powder, salt, pepper, and honey to a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Place chicken in a large zip-top bag or bowl. Pour the marinade over the chicken and coat evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Preheat grill to medium heat, about 375°F to 400°F.
- Remove chicken from the marinade and discard excess marinade.
- Grill chicken for 6 to 8 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and lime wedges if desired.
Notes
Make It Your Own
- Use boneless chicken thighs for faster cooking.
- Add extra Fresno peppers for more heat.
- Substitute lime juice for lemon juice.
- Finish with melted garlic butter before serving.
- Reserve a little marinade before adding the chicken and use it as a finishing sauce.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freezing
Freeze cooked chicken for up to 3 months.
Find it online: https://www.firsthomelovelife.com/peri-peri-grilled-chicken/