YOOO now we’re bringing that 🔥 global spice energy — Peri Peri Chicken (aka Piri Piri) is bold, zesty, smoky, and straight-up addictive. Originating from Portuguese-African cuisine, it hits with garlic, lemon, herbs, and that signature chili kick. Whether grilled, roasted, or air-fried — this one brings the flavor party. 🇵🇹🇿🇦🍗
🌶️🔥 Peri Peri Chicken Recipe
Ingredients (for the marinade):
- 2 lbs chicken (whole, thighs, or drumsticks)
- 3–4 red chili peppers (bird’s eye or fresno work great)
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1 small red bell pepper (adds body)
- Juice of 2 lemons
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- Optional: 1–2 tbsp white vinegar or red wine vinegar
🧄 Instructions:
- Make the Marinade: Blend all marinade ingredients until smooth. Taste it — it should be tangy, spicy, and a little smoky.
- Marinate the Chicken: Score the chicken pieces and coat them in the marinade. Let it chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours (overnight = chef’s kiss).
- Cook Options:
- Grill: Medium-high heat, 6–8 mins per side until charred and cooked through.
- Oven: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 35–40 mins, basting with leftover marinade halfway through.
- Air Fryer: 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 mins, flipping once.
- Serve: With lemon wedges, fresh herbs, and sides like fries, rice, or Portuguese rolls.
🍟🔥 Perfect Pairings:
- Spicy Peri Peri Fries
- Creamy coleslaw or cucumber yogurt sauce
- Corn on the cob with chili butter
- Nando’s-style corn rice or garlic bread
📱 Caption Ideas:
- “Peri Peri Chicken: hotter than your summer situationship 🔥😏”
- “It’s spicy. It’s smoky. It slaps. #PeriPeriPerfection”
- “POV: You made your own Nando’s at home and it hit harder than expected 🍗✨”
- “Flames on the grill, fire in your mouth. LET’S GO. 🌶️🍋”
Wanna do a “Homemade Nando’s Meal Kit” reel or a spicy step-by-step cooking voiceover? I’ve gotcha! 💃
