Low Fat Piri Piri Chicken
Elevate your dinner menu with this flavorful and healthy Low Fat Piri Piri Chicken recipe! Featuring tender, oven-baked chicken breasts marinated in a vibrant blend of red bell pepper, chili, garlic, paprika, and zesty lemon juice, this dish delivers bold, smoky, and tangy flavors without the unnecessary fat. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers, this dish is quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes of prep and 25 minutes to cook, making it an ideal weeknight meal. Garnished with fresh parsley, it pairs beautifully with steamed veggies or a crisp green salad for a wholesome and satisfying dining experience. Packed with spice, a dash of citrus, and low in calories, this dish is your go-to for a guilt-free taste of Portugal’s famous Piri Piri flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 large Red bell pepper
- 2 medium Red chili peppers
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a blender, combine the red bell pepper, red chili peppers, garlic cloves, paprika, oregano, cumin powder, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the Piri Piri marinade.
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or dish, and pour the marinade over them. Ensure the chicken is fully coated with the marinade. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours for more flavor.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and place the chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
While the chicken is baking, finely chop fresh parsley for garnish.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish the chicken with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1410 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.4 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2905 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 220.7 g | 441% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 2612 mg | 56% | |
*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.
