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Irresistible Portuguese Grilled Chicken Recipe to Try Now

Smoky, zesty, and full of Mediterranean flavor, this Portuguese Grilled Chicken is a surefire crowd-pleaser! Juicy chicken breasts are marinated with bold spices and grilled to perfection, then served with a rich, savory sauce thickened with agar-agar for a plant-based twist.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Sauce:

  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 tsp agar-agar powder

Instructions

  • Marinate the Chicken:
    In a large bowl, mix garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour (or overnight for deeper flavor).
  • Grill the Chicken:
    Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6–8 minutes per side or until fully cooked and charred slightly on the edges.
  • Make the Sauce:
    In a small saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a simmer. Stir in agar-agar powder and whisk continuously for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Serve:
    Slice the grilled chicken and drizzle with the sauce. Garnish with fresh herbs or lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

  • Calories: 280
  • Protein: 30g
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Author: zineb
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes