South African Peri Peri Chicken | Cinematic Vlog

peri peri sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade chili sauce

💰Cheaper: sriracha

Homemade sauce can reduce sodium and cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor profile.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are more affordable.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are more concentrated and last longer.

Defrost, clean, wash, and pat dry the chicken.

Cut the middle bone for easy opening.

Add salt, black pepper, garlic, chilli powder, seasoning, mixed herbs, thyme, half lemon juice, some oil, and rosemary to the chicken as a marinade.

Preheat the oven to 180°C.

Cook the chicken at 180°C for 35 minutes.

Increase the temperature to 220°C and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until the skin is crispy.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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