PORTUGUESE PIRI PIRI CHICKEN

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Posted by request; from The Complete Canadian Living Cookbook. Prep time includes LOTS of marinating time.

Provided by Lennie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time P1DT50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons grated fresh lemon rind
3 tablespoons lemon juice
10 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons hot pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 (1 kg) lbs chicken pieces

Steps:

  • In large glass bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken; mix well.
  • Add chicken, turning to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours, turning occasionally; can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours if you want to make it ahead.
  • Reserving marinade, place chicken, skin side down, on a greased grill over medium heat; close lid and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Turn and brush with marinade; cook for 30 to 40 minutes or until juices run clear when chicken is pierced.
  • For a less spicy version, replace above marinade with Portuguese Paprika Marinade: 1/3 cup dry white wine, 1 tsp grated lemon rind, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp hot pepper sauce, and 2 cloves of garlic, minced.

Grace Imoh
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Ebad Mughal
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is perfect. I highly recommend this recipe.


Krystian Hobbs
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great! The sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but that's easily remedied. Overall, I'm happy with this recipe and will definitely make it again.


ssekyanzi moses
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Mudasir MardaN
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great. The chicken is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is perfect. I've made this recipe for parties and potlucks, and it's always a hit.


Joyanty Bijoy
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so flavorful and juicy, and the piri piri sauce had just the right amount of heat. I served it with roasted potatoes and grilled vegetables, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be m


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