Slow Cooker Peri Peri Chicken
Slow Cooker Peri Peri Chicken is a flavorful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. Tender chicken breasts soak in a zesty peri peri marinade, slow-cooked to perfection, ensuring each bite is a burst of spice and smokiness. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe invites you to create memorable moments around the table while savoring its deliciousness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours on low
- Total Time: 59 minute
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: African
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup peri peri sauce
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Rinse chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix peri peri sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken breasts thoroughly in the marinade.
- Place sliced onions at the bottom of the slow cooker for added flavor and elevation.
- Lay marinated chicken on top of the onions. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender.
- Once cooked, let chicken rest briefly before serving. Drizzle with some sauce from the slow cooker.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (170g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate chicken overnight. Swap chicken for tofu or vegetables for a vegetarian option. Adjust spice level by adding more chili flakes based on your preference.