Piri Piri Chicken Thigh Recipe
citrus marinade, sweet potato, pickled peppers, cilantro
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Ingredients
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Marinade
Sweet Potato
Pickled Peppers
Garnish
Method
Marinade
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine the lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
Sweet Potato
- 3
Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- 4
Bake the Sweet Potatoes
Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned, flipping halfway through.
Pickled Peppers
- 5
Cooking Chicken
- 6
Cook the Chicken
Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and has nice grill marks.
Serving
- 7
Plate the Dish
On a serving plate, arrange the roasted sweet potatoes. Place the grilled chicken thighs on top and garnish with pickled peppers and chopped cilantro. Serve immediately.