Peri Peri Chicken Breast
Chicken tenders get marinated in a spicy, tangy sauce made from fresh ingredients, like red bell peppers and garlic. It’s full of vibrant flavors and colors that will bring a unique taste to your table.
Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 medium red bell peppers diced
- 1 medium red onion diced
- 8-10 Small Thai red chilis
- 4-5 garlic cloves
- ½ cup olive oil divided
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 lb chicken tenders
- Chopped parsley to garnish
- Lemon wedges to serve
Instructions
- Heat a grill pan over medium heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil. Once the oil is heated, add the red bell peppers and onions. Cook until nice char marks are formed, about 4-5 minutes.
- Allow the peppers and onions to cool down, then transfer them to a food processor.
- To the food processor, add thai chilis, garlic cloves, the remaining olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Blend until pureed and no chunks remain.
- Transfer the pureed mixture to a saucepan and simmer the sauce for 10-12 minutes. Once done, allow the sauce to cool down.
- Pour the prepared peri-peri sauce over the chicken and massage it in well. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Arrange the marinated chicken on the griddle, grill pan, or outdoor grill, and cook for 7-8 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and has grill marks.
- Once done, transfer the chicken to a serving plate, garnish with parsley, and serve with a wedge of lemon on the side.
Notes
- Marinate Well: Let the chicken marinate for at least 2 hours, but for best results, marinate overnight to allow the flavors to fully penetrate the meat.
- Preheat the Grill: Ensure your grill is preheated to medium-high heat to achieve a perfect sear.
- Baste with Sauce: Frequently baste the chicken with the Peri Peri sauce while grilling to keep it moist and flavorful.
- Rest the Chicken: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after grilling to retain its juices before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 538kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 21g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 851mg | Potassium: 1072mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2259IU | Vitamin C: 99mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg