A flavorful and spicy Portuguese-style chicken recipe marinated with a blend of spices and grilled to perfection.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
35min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 5 g black pepper
- 2 g cayenne pepper
- 1 whole chicken
- 4 garlic cloves
- 60 ml lemon juice
- 60 ml olive oil
- 5 g oregano
- 15 g paprika
- 5 g salt
Directions
Step 1
Spatchcock the chicken by removing the backbone and flattening it.
Step 2
In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and dried oregano to make the marinade.
Step 3
Rub the marinade all over the chicken, making sure to get it under the skin as well. Let it marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
Step 4
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Step 5
Grill the chicken skin-side down for about 10 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
Step 6
Flip the chicken and continue grilling for another 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
Step 7
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.