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High Protein Peri Peri Chicken & Spicy Rice
by Jalalsamfit
recipe easy Portuguese-African

High Protein Peri Peri Chicken & Spicy Rice

Juicy peri peri marinated chicken thighs served on a bed of fragrant spiced rice, all for 452 calories. The chicken is pan-cooked until golden brown, then the rice is built in the same pan with onion, bell pepper, and vibrant spices. Garnished with coriander and peri peri sauce for a bold finish.

10m Prep
25m Cook
35m Total
4 Servings
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Ingredients

chicken
  • 600 g chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 3 tbsp Nando's peri peri marinade
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp light butter
garnish
  • 1 tbsp fresh coriander (chopped) optional
  • 2 tbsp peri peri sauce optional
rice
  • 1 whole onion (chopped)
  • 1 whole bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp turmeric
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 200 g basmati rice (uncooked, washed)
  • 400 ml water

Steps

  1. 1
    Season chicken thighs with oregano, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Nando's marinade, and lemon juice. Mix until the color changes thoroughly.
    Tip: If the color doesn't change, it's not well seasoned enough.
    ~5 min
  2. 2
    Add light butter to a pan and cook the chicken for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Set aside.
    ~10 min
  3. 3
    In the same pan, add chopped onion and bell pepper. Cook for a minute.
    ~1 min
  4. 4
    Add cumin, paprika, chili powder, turmeric, and salt. Mix well, then add tomato paste and the washed uncooked basmati rice. Let the rice toast briefly.
    ~3 min
  5. 5
    Add water, mix, and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 8 minutes until fully cooked.
    ~8 min
  6. 6
    Place the chicken on top of the rice, garnish with fresh coriander and peri peri sauce, and serve.
    ~2 min

Nutrition (per serving)

452
Calories
42g
Protein
40g
Carbs
8g
Fat
3g
Fiber
Cultural Context
Peri peri chicken originates from southern Africa and Portugal, popularized globally by brands like Nando's. This recipe delivers those bold, spicy-smoky flavors in a fitness-friendly meal prep format.
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