RCI-MT.004.0388.001
Frango Grelhado Piri Piri
This Angolan version for Piri Piri chicken is very simple. As piri piri peppers are very hard to find, you can substitute other hot peppers.
Prep15 min
Cook35 min
Total50 min
Servings4
Difficultybeginner
Ingredients
- 3½ lbs
- 2 tbsp
- ¼ cup
- finely chopped jalapeño chile or ¼ tsp finely minced habanero chile1 unit
Method
1
Pat the chicken parts dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve better browning on the grill.
2
Combine the peanut oil, fresh lemon juice, and finely chopped jalapeño chile (or minced habanero) in a small bowl to create the marinade.
3
Rub the marinade over all sides of the chicken parts, coating them evenly and allowing them to sit at room temperature for at least 10-15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
4
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates to prevent sticking.
5
Place the chicken parts on the grill, skin-side down, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the skin develops golden grill marks.
6 minutes
6
Flip the chicken parts and continue grilling for 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with any remaining marinade, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the thigh.
27 minutes
7
Transfer the grilled chicken to a serving platter and let it rest for 3-5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.