Follow these steps for perfect results
butter
melted
fresh cilantro
chopped
garlic cloves
minced
piri-piri sauce
lemon juice
fresh
fresh cilantro
chopped
fresh ginger
peeled, thinly sliced
shallot
peeled, quartered
garlic cloves
peeled
piri-piri sauce
extra-virgin olive oil
lemon juice
fresh
coarse kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
chicken
backbone removed, opened flat
Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
Add chopped cilantro and minced garlic to the melted butter.
Cook until the garlic begins to brown, approximately 2 minutes.
Add piri-piri sauce and lemon juice to the saucepan.
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 2 minutes.
Finely chop cilantro, ginger, shallot, and garlic in a food processor.
Add piri-piri sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, coarse salt, and pepper to the processor and blend.
Place chicken, skin side up, on a work surface.
Press on the breastbone to flatten the chicken.
Tuck the wing tips under the chicken.
Pour half of the marinade into a baking dish.
Open the chicken like a book and place skin side down in the dish.
Pour remaining marinade over the chicken.
Cover and chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight, turning occasionally.
Remove the top rack from the barbecue.
Prepare barbecue for medium heat. If using a gas grill, light one burner (or two outside burners on a 3-burner grill). If using a charcoal grill, light briquettes and pour onto one side.
Place a disposable aluminum pan on the unlit part of the grill.
Place the upper grill rack on the barbecue and brush with oil.
Remove chicken from the marinade.
Arrange chicken skin side up on the grill rack above the drip pan.
Cover the barbecue and grill until the skin is browned and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165°F, turning often, approximately 40 minutes.
Transfer the chicken to a platter.
Pour warm glaze over the chicken.
Expert advice for the best results
Marinate the chicken for as long as possible for maximum flavor.
Adjust the amount of piri-piri sauce to your desired spice level.
Baste the chicken with the glaze during the last few minutes of grilling for a glossy finish.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Marinade can be made ahead of time.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and lemon wedges.
Serve with roasted vegetables or rice.
Complements the spice and acidity.
Cuts through the richness of the chicken.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Popular dish in Portuguese and African cuisine.
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