Portuguese Grilled Chicken: Unlock Flavorful Secrets Now!
A delicious and flavorful grilled chicken recipe inspired by Portuguese cuisine, perfect for summer barbecues.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes (including marinating time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Portuguese
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken thighs
- 4 chicken drumsticks
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
- Add the chicken thighs and drumsticks to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the grill.
- Grill the chicken for about 30-35 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine to the marinade.
- Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.
- This recipe can be adapted for other cuts of chicken as well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg