Low Carb Peri Peri Chicken
Spice up your dinner table with this irresistible Low Carb Peri Peri Chicken recipe! Perfect for keto and low-carb lifestyles, this dish features succulent chicken thighs marinated in a fiery homemade Peri Peri sauce made with red bell peppers, bird’s eye chilies, garlic, paprika, lemon juice, and red wine vinegar. With its bold, smoky flavor and a touch of tanginess, the sauce packs a punch while keeping it light and wholesome. The chicken is pan-seared for crispy golden skin and finished in the oven for juicy perfection, making every bite a burst of flavor. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served alongside lime wedges, this crowd-pleaser pairs beautifully with low-carb sides like grilled vegetables or a fresh green salad. Ready in just an hour, it’s the ultimate protein-packed meal that’s destined to become your new favorite low-carb dinner. Keywords: Low-Carb Peri Peri Chicken, Keto, Homemade Peri Peri Sauce, Healthy Chicken Recipe, Spicy Low-Carb Dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 medium Red bell peppers
- 4 pieces Bird's eye chilies
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Paprika
- 4 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves
- 1 whole Lime wedges
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a blender or food processor, combine the red bell peppers, bird's eye chilies, garlic cloves, paprika, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to form the Peri Peri sauce.
Take the chicken thighs and pat them dry with paper towels. Place them in a large bowl.
Pour the Peri Peri sauce over the chicken thighs and mix well to ensure the chicken is thoroughly coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes. For better flavor, marinate for 1-2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the marinated chicken thighs, skin side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Flip the chicken thighs over and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve with lime wedges.
Enjoy your delicious low carb Peri Peri chicken with your choice of low carb sides such as grilled vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3052 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 176.8 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.5 g | 228% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1128 mg | 376% | |
| Sodium | 3381 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 318.3 g | 637% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 4022 mg | 86% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
