Grilled Chicken Wings with Portuguese Piri Piri Sauce

This recipe for grilled chicken wings is the ultimate weekend kickoff, bringing the sizzle of the grill and the rich flavors of Portuguese Piri Piri sauce to your outdoor feast. Get ready to elevate this weekends gathering with a burst of savory goodness and a touch of culinary magic!

Ingredients:

For Chicken Wings:

• 2 pounds chicken wings, split at joints, tips discarded

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• Salt and black pepper to taste

This recipe for Grilled Chicken Wings with Portuguese Piri Piri Sauce is best prepared on a Silver Coast Grill

For the Piri Piri Sauce:

Piri piri pepper for recipe of Grilled Chicken Wings with Portuguese Piri Piri Sauce

• 4-5 red bird's eye chili peppers, finely chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken Wings:

• In a large bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

• Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss until well-coated. Allow them to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably, refrigerate for a few hours to let the flavors infuse.

1. Preheat the Grill:

• Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

1. Grill the Chicken Wings:

• Place the marinated chicken wings on the preheated grill. Grill for about 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally until the wings are golden brown and cooked through.

1. Prepare the Piri Piri Sauce:

• In a small bowl, mix together the chopped bird's eye chili peppers, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and salt. Adjust the salt according to your taste preference.

1. Coat the Wings with Piri Piri Sauce:

• Once the chicken wings are grilled to perfection ( internal temperature of 165°F / 74°C), transfer them to a large bowl.

• Pour the prepared Piri Piri sauce over the grilled wings and toss until each wing is well-coated with the flavorful sauce.

1. Serve:

• Arrange the wings on a platter and garnish with fresh herbs or lemon wedges.

• Serve immediately and savor the essence of the weekend with each mouthwatering bite.

Tip for the Weekend:

Pair these delectable wings with a chilled craft beer our recommendation is a hoppy IPA to complement the spicy kick of the piri piri sauce.

If you prefer wine, a crisp Vinho Verde or a fruity Rosé will beautifully balance the smoky and savory notes of the grilled wings.

Set the mood, gather your loved ones, and let the weekend celebrations begin.

Piri piri sauce for Grilled Chicken Wings

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