Nando’s is famous for its deliciously spicy and flavorful peri-peri chicken. This recipe will guide you through creating Nando’s style chicken at home, baked to perfection in the oven. With a homemade peri-peri marinade, this dish will bring the vibrant flavors of Nando’s to your kitchen.
Ingredients
For the Peri-Peri Marinade:
- 4-5 fresh red chilies (adjust to taste)
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
For the Chicken:
- 1 whole chicken (about 1.5 kg), cut into quarters (legs and breasts)
- Fresh coriander, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)