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Oven Baked Peri Peri Chicken

A zesty, slightly spicy oven-baked peri peri chicken with citrus and garlic for bright, bold flavor.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon juice and zest
  • 1 orange juice only
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons sweet paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2.2 lb chicken pieces skin on
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, to serve

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
  • In a bowl combine the minced garlic, lemon juice, orange juice, and olive oil.
  • Add the lemon zest, sweet paprika, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and dried oregano to the bowl and whisk until well combined to make the marinade.
  • Place the chicken pieces in a large zip-top bag or airtight container and pour in the marinade, ensuring all pieces are coated.
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour, or refrigerate overnight for best flavor.
  • Arrange the marinated chicken pieces skin side up in a baking dish and sprinkle evenly with the salt.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, basting once or twice with pan juices during cooking.
  • Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Equipment

  • bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • measuring cup
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • zip-top bag or airtight container
  • Baking Dish
  • Tongs

Notes

  • Marinate longer for deeper flavor.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to control spiciness.
  • Use skin-on chicken for best texture.