Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
3 tbsp

butter

melted

3 tbsp

fresh cilantro

chopped

2 unit

garlic cloves

minced

2 tbsp

piri-piri sauce

2 tbsp

lemon juice

fresh

0.25 cup

fresh cilantro

chopped

1 unit

fresh ginger

peeled, thinly sliced

1 unit

shallot

peeled, quartered

3 unit

garlic cloves

peeled

0.5 cup

piri-piri sauce

0.25 cup

extra-virgin olive oil

0.25 cup

lemon juice

fresh

1 tsp

coarse kosher salt

1 tsp

fresh ground black pepper

1 unit

chicken

backbone removed, opened flat

Step 1
~3 min

Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Add chopped cilantro and minced garlic to the melted butter.

Step 3
~3 min

Cook until the garlic begins to brown, approximately 2 minutes.

Step 4
~3 min

Add piri-piri sauce and lemon juice to the saucepan.

Step 5
~3 min

Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 2 minutes.

Step 6
~3 min

Finely chop cilantro, ginger, shallot, and garlic in a food processor.

Step 7
~3 min

Add piri-piri sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, coarse salt, and pepper to the processor and blend.

Step 8
~3 min

Place chicken, skin side up, on a work surface.

Step 9
~3 min

Press on the breastbone to flatten the chicken.

Step 10
~3 min

Tuck the wing tips under the chicken.

Step 11
~3 min

Pour half of the marinade into a baking dish.

Step 12
~3 min

Open the chicken like a book and place skin side down in the dish.

Step 13
~3 min

Pour remaining marinade over the chicken.

Step 14
~3 min

Cover and chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight, turning occasionally.

Step 15
~3 min

Remove the top rack from the barbecue.

Step 16
~3 min

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.

Step 17
~3 min

Place a disposable aluminum pan on the unlit part of the grill.

Step 18
~3 min

Place the upper grill rack on the barbecue and brush with oil.

Step 19
~3 min

Remove chicken from the marinade.

Step 20
~3 min

Arrange chicken skin side up on the grill rack above the drip pan.

Step 21
~3 min

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.

Step 22
~3 min

Transfer the chicken to a platter.

Step 23
~3 min

Pour warm glaze over the chicken.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Marinade can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with roasted vegetables or rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted vegetables
Rice
Grilled corn on the cob

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Portugal, Mozambique

Cultural Significance

Popular dish in Portuguese and African cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer barbecues
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Summer
Barbecue
Dinner party

Popularity Score

75/100

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