African-Inspired Peri Peri Chicken (Oven-Baked)
Juicy bone in chicken thighs or drumsticks marinated in a blended peri peri sauce of roasted chilies, red bell pepper, onion, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, paprika and oregano. Marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight, then bake at 425°F (220°C) for 35-45 minutes and finish under the broiler for a charred edge. Serve with roasted potatoes, rice or your favorite vegetables.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks
- 1½ tsp salt for the chicken
- 2-6 African bird's-eye chilies or red Thai chilies optional
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 medium red onion
- 6 garlic cloves
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup vinegar
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp of salt or add to taste for the sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
Instructions
- 1.Roast the chilies, red bell pepper, onion, and garlic until softened and lightly charred.
- Blend with the oil, vinegar, lemon juice, paprika, oregano, salt, and sugar to make the peri peri sauce.
- Season the chicken, coat it in the sauce, and marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 35–45 minutes, until cooked through. Baste with reserved clean sauce and broil briefly for a charred finish.
- Serve with roasted potatoes, rice, or your favorite vegetables for a delicious meal.
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Notes
Please note that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.
Nutrition
Calories: 675kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 39gFat: 52gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 26gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 222mgSodium: 1635mgPotassium: 724mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 2197IUVitamin C: 81mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 3mg
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