Low Carb Piri Piri Chicken
Turn up the heat in your kitchen with this Low Carb Piri Piri Chicken recipe, a fiery yet healthy twist on the classic dish! Featuring succulent bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs coated in a homemade Piri Piri sauce, this recipe is packed with bold flavors from fresh red chili peppers, paprika, garlic, and lemon juice. Perfect for those following a keto or low-carb diet, the dish pairs perfectly with roasted vegetables or a refreshing salad for a balanced meal. With minimal prep time and a quick oven bake, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings. Get ready to savor crispy, juicy chicken bursting with spicy, tangy goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 pieces Red chili peppers (deseeded and chopped)
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 2 teaspoons Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a blender or food processor, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, red chili peppers, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the Piri Piri sauce.
Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl or resealable plastic bag. Pour the Piri Piri sauce over the chicken, making sure each piece is well-coated. Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for more intense flavor.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Arrange the marinated chicken thighs, skin-side up, on a baking tray lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and the chicken is cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the Low Carb Piri Piri Chicken hot, with a side of your favorite low-carb vegetables or salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1700 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.0 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.1 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 486 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 3104 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 110.0 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 1490 mg | 32% | |
*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.
