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Slow Cooker Piri Piri Chicken


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 6-7 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-free

Description

A delicious and flavorful slow cooker recipe for piri piri chicken, perfect for any meal.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 red bell peppers, diced
  • 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • ½ cup piri piri sauce
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients by dicing the red bell peppers and mincing the garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. In a bowl, combine piri piri sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the sauce.
  4. Place seared chicken in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender.
  6. Serve shredded or whole with peppers on top alongside rice or crusty bread.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with rice, crusty bread, or as a filling in wraps.
  • For extra spice, add more piri piri sauce to taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Portuguese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg