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Portuguese Grilled Chicken

Bold and Smoky Portuguese Grilled Chicken That Impresses

This Portuguese Grilled Chicken offers a flavorful and juicy experience with a spicy marinade, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Portuguese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • ½ cup Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • ¼ cup Lemon Juice or lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar or red wine vinegar
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons Sweet Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
  • optional Chili adjust to taste
  • 3-4 pounds Chicken whole, thighs, or breasts

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Zip-top bag

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and vinegar. Add minced garlic, sweet paprika, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well and add chili if desired.
  2. Place chicken in a zip-top bag or shallow dish, pour the marinade over, ensuring it is coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). If using a grill pan, lightly oil it to prevent sticking.
  4. Remove marinated chicken from the refrigerator, let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes. Pat dry and place on the grill, skin-side down.
  5. Grill for 5-6 minutes until skin is charred. Flip and grill for another 5-8 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
  6. Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving, garnished with herbs and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate the chicken overnight and ensure to check the internal temperature with a thermometer.

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