Paleo Peri-Peri Chicken
Fire up your taste buds with this Paleo Peri-Peri Chicken recipe—an irresistible fusion of spice and zest perfect for a clean-eating lifestyle! Tender chicken thighs are marinated in a bold blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, red chili peppers, paprika, cayenne, oregano, and fresh lemon zest, delivering fiery flavors with every bite. This paleo-friendly dish is oven-baked to perfection and garnished with vibrant cilantro for a fresh finish. With minimal prep time and just 40 minutes of cooking, this easy yet impressive recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Serve it hot, pair it with your favorite sides, and enjoy this naturally gluten-free and dairy-free meal that champions bold, wholesome ingredients. Perfect for paleo enthusiasts who crave both flavor and simplicity!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pieces Red chili pepper, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped red chili peppers, paprika, cayenne pepper, sea salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and lemon zest. Mix well to create the peri-peri marinade.
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for more intense flavor.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Transfer the marinated chicken thighs to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, arranging them in a single layer.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
While the chicken is baking, prepare a serving dish and garnish it with fresh chopped cilantro.
Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
Serve the peri-peri chicken hot, garnished with the chopped cilantro. Enjoy your paleo-friendly fiery chicken meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2962 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.9 g | 226% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.1 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1128 mg | 376% | |
| Sodium | 3334 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.8 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 315.8 g | 632% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 220 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 3465 mg | 74% | |
*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.
