Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken
Fancy a Nando’s but want to keep things slimming-friendly? Our Peri-Peri Chicken is packed with smoky spice, juicy chicken and loads of flavour. It’s a fakeaway favourite that’s easy to make at home and perfect for a tasty midweek meal!
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories239
- Carbs10g
- Protein36g
- Fat5.3g
- Saturates1.4g
- Sugars7.7g
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If you’re a fan of Nando’s fiery flavours, you’re going to love this slimming-friendly twist on one of our favourite takeaways! Our Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken is packed with smoky, spicy flavour, but it’s simple to make at home and perfect if you’re counting calories or following a plan like Weight Watchers.
With juicy chicken, colourful veggies and a delicious homemade peri-peri marinade, this recipe makes sure you don’t miss out! Serve it with your favourite sides for a proper fakeaway feast.
Here’s a tip from us… we love a bit of heat, but the best thing about making your own peri-peri sauce is that you can make it work for you. Add more chilli powder if you like things fiery, or dial it back for a milder version that the whole family can enjoy!
What diets is this Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken suitable for?
This Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken recipe is suitable for both gluten and dairy-free diets.
Remember to take extra care when you’re cooking for people with allergies. Use separate utensils, cookware, and preparation surfaces.
Do you need any special ingredients to make this Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken?
This Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken is dead easy to make, with no fancy kitchen gadgets or ingredients. You’ll find everything on your local supermarket shelves.
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How many calories are in this Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken?
There are only 239 calories in one serving of this Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken, which means it falls into our Everyday Light category. These are all dishes under 400 calories, ideal for when you’re after a lighter bite (just like the category name suggests!), and they fit with diet plans like Weight Watchers if you’re calorie counting.
As a guide, an average man needs around 2,500kcal (10,500kJ) a day to maintain a healthy body weight. For an average woman, that figure is around 2,000kcal (8,400kJ) a day. Obviously, if your goal is to lose weight, then you might want to adjust these slightly. You can read more about these recommendations on the NHS website.
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C.
Step 2
Add the chicken, onions, and peppers to an ovenproof dish. Spray with low-calorie cooking spray.
Step 3
In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Mix until smooth. Pour over the chicken and vegetables, then mix to coat.
Step 4
Place in the oven and cook for 40 minutes, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. You may need to add a couple of tablespoons of water to the dish to make some extra sauce — it really depends on how much liquid comes out of the vegetables and chicken during the cooking process.
What could I serve with this Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken?
This Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken works really well with a wide variety of accompaniment and especially with the following dishes:
How do you know when this Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken is cooked?
You’ll know this dish is ready when the chicken is beautifully browned on the outside and cooked all the way through, with the juices running clear when you cut into a piece. The peppers and onions should be lovely and soft, and you’ll have a deliciously flavourful sauce coating everything
As per UK food safety guidelines, always cook meat until it reaches 75ºC and stays at that temperature for at least two minutes. This is to keep you and whoever it is you’re cooking for safe.
How long can you keep Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken in the fridge?
Once you’ve served up your Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken, ideally you should eat it within 4 hours.
If you do hang onto any leftovers, be sure to refrigerate them in an air-tight container with a lid. You can store Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken in the fridge for approximately 3 days or so.
Can I freeze Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken?
Yes, you can! This recipe can be frozen after baking, just remember to do the following:
- Freeze it as soon as it’s cold enough.
- Use a container suitable for freezing.
- Don’t forget to add a label reminding you what it is, and on what date you put it in the freezer!
How do I reheat Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken?
From chilled: Place in a microwave-proof container with loosely fitting lid and heat for 4-7 minutes, until piping hot.
From frozen: Allow to defrost fully, then heat covered in the microwave for 3-5 minutes. Give it a good stir. Cook for a further 5-7 minutes, until piping hot.
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Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken
Fancy a Nando’s but want to keep things slimming-friendly? Our Nando's Peri-Peri Chicken is packed with smoky spice, juicy chicken and loads of flavour. It’s a fakeaway favourite that’s easy to make at home and perfect for a tasty midweek meal!
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Prep Time
5 MINS
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Cook Time
40 MINS
- KCals 239
- Carbs 10G
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Add the chicken, onions, and peppers to an ovenproof dish. Spray with low-calorie cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and mix until smooth. Pour over the chicken and vegetables, then mix to coat.
- Pop in the oven and cook for 40 minutes, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. You may need to add a couple of tablespoons of water to the dish to make some extra sauce — it really depends on how much liquid comes out of the vegetables and chicken during the cooking process.
- Serve with rice and a wedge of extra lemon!
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CathyTuesday 13th February 2024
Can you make this in an airfryer?
HollyWednesday 21st February 2024
Hey Cathy, we haven’t tested this recipe in the air-fryer but have a conversion guide HERE which you may find helpful!
SandraWednesday 15th July 2020
hi could i use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs
LisaThursday 16th July 2020
Hi Sandra, yes you can. You might need to adjust the cooking time, depending on the size and thickness of the breasts. Hope you enjoy the recipe!
JuneWednesday 26th February 2020
Hi I made this last night and the ingredients was like a thick paste. What did I do wrong??
LisaThursday 21st May 2020
Hi June. If it is too thick, you can add a couple of tablespoons of water at step 4 to make more sauce.
RebeccaThursday 16th January 2020
Can I cook without the Xanthum gum?
Holly LevellTuesday 2nd June 2020
Hi Rebecca, We use the Xanthan Gum as a thickener and works a bit like cornflour. You could swap it out for cornflour though just alter the calories accordingly hope that helps!
SandyThursday 11th July 2019
Although I did use a screenshot, it was only for shopping list purposes. Would this sauce be ok on a whole chicken (with cooking time), and not burn?
Sharon FitzpatrickThursday 21st May 2020
Hi Sandy, we haven’t tried the spice mix on a whole chicken , but it should be fine. Please let us know how it goes!
Amy BWednesday 22nd May 2019
This was my first Pinch recipe…amazing!!
Geraldine Mc GrathSaturday 27th April 2019
Hi . I really want to try this but only have thighs with bone in. Could it still work? TIA
Emma TThursday 20th June 2019
Hi Geraldine,
Yes, it’ll be just as good! It might take a little longer to cook with the bones in ????
JAneSaturday 2nd March 2019
THis was awesome! Added extra veg, (mushrooms and courgette) will definitely be making again.
JackieSunday 22nd July 2018
2 tsp of purée does not seem enough.
LindaFriday 20th July 2018
Hi can this be made in the slow cooker
Carla Garner-DoveWednesday 6th June 2018
Can you use cornflower instead of the gum?
RosscoTuesday 22nd May 2018
I couldn’t find any Xantham Gum but this was delicious nonetheless. I added lot’s of halved cherry tomatoes for some extra moisture and covered in foil for the second half of the cooking. Paprika + Garlic Powder + Onion Powder is an easy combo I’ll be using again. Thank you 🙂
Philippa MurrayMonday 30th April 2018
Made this yesterday, was lush, had the rest of it tonight with carrot, cauli and peas yum. Will definitely be making it again. ????????
Helen CarrSunday 22nd April 2018
Can you use chicken breasts? If so would cooking gone be the same? Thanks x
LisaThursday 19th April 2018
Where can I get xanthum gum I’ve never heard of it ????
SarahWednesday 18th April 2018
Hi, I’m probably being blind but where does the tomato puree go in? Thanks
VerityTuesday 17th April 2018
Hi PON! Just wondering what happens if you don’t use the xanthan gum in the recipe? x
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