Chicken Piri-Piri

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375F (190C).

2. 2

   Spread the chiles on a baking sheet.

3. 3

   Roast about 15 minutes, until shriveled.

4. 4

   Let cool, then remove the stalks from the chiles.

5. 5

   Combine the whole chiles, oil, vinegar, paprika, oregano, garlic, and salt in a saucepan.

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   Simmer over low heat for about 3 minutes.

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   Let cool.

8. 8

   Puree in a blender.

9. 9

   To butterfly the chicken, use kitchen shears to remove the backbone of the chicken.

10. 10

    Press down on the breastbone to spread out the chicken.

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    Transfer the chicken to a nonreactive dish.

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    Coat the chicken with the marinade.

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    Cover and refrigerate for least 1 hour.

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    Preheat the oven to 400F (200C).

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    Remove the chicken from the marinade and place on a baking sheet, skin side up.

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    Roast about 1 hour.

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    Serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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