Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
5 unit

chicken breasts

chopped

3.63 oz

butter

melted

1 tbsp

Nando's Peri-Peri Sauce

1 tbsp

lemon juice

3 clove

garlic

crushed

1 tsp

paprika

Step 1
~5 min

Combine melted butter, Peri-Peri sauce, lemon juice, crushed garlic, and paprika in a casserole dish to create the marinade.

Step 2
~5 min

Chop chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3
~5 min

Add the chicken pieces to the marinade in the casserole dish.

Step 4
~5 min

Refrigerate the chicken in the marinade for at least 2 hours.

Step 5
~5 min

Transfer the marinated chicken and marinade to a wok.

Step 6
~5 min

Fry the chicken until it is slightly browned.

Step 7
~5 min

If excess water from the chicken remains, continue frying until the liquid is condensed and the chicken is cooked through.

Key Technique: Frying

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the chicken for longer for a more intense flavor.

Adjust the amount of Peri-Peri sauce to control the spiciness.

Serve with rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Chicken can be marinated the night before.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium-Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice and a side salad.

Serve with roasted potatoes and vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Rice
Roasted Vegetables
Side Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Portugal

Cultural Significance

Popularized by Nando's restaurants, now a global dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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