Good Frickin' Paprika Chicken

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While this is a pretty straightforward grilled chicken recipe, the vinaigrette at the end was a last minute touch that worked out nicely. I really like oil and vinegar-based sauces on grilled meats. They work beautifully with the smoky, caramelized exterior.

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
3 hrs
Total Time:
3 hrs 20 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 6 tablespoons plain yogurt

  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed

  • 3 tablespoons ground paprika

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon hot chile paste (such as sambal oelek)

  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

  • 1 (5 pound) whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces

  • salt

  • ¼ cup olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon ketchup

  • teaspoon hot chile paste (such as sambal oelek)

  • 1 pinch paprika

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Whisk together yogurt, garlic, 3 tablespoons paprika, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon hot chile paste, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl.

  2. Mix in chicken pieces and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 3 hours.

  3. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.

  4. Remove chicken from the bag and transfer to a plate or baking sheet lined with paper towels. Pat chicken pieces dry with more paper towels. Season with salt.

  5. Combine 1/4 cup olive oil, sherry vinegar, ketchup, 1/8 teaspoon hot chile paste, pinch paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.

  6. Grill chicken, skin-side down, on the preheated grill for 4 minutes with grill lid closed.

  7. Turn chicken and grill with lid closed until well-browned and meat is no longer pink in the center, about 6 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh should read 180 degrees F (82 degrees C).

  8. Spoon sherry vinegar mixture over cooked chicken and serve.

    closeup of juicy looking grilled chicken breasts on a blue plate with red potatoes and broccoli in the background

    Valerie Brunmeier

154 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

618 Calories
41g Fat
6g Carbs
54g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 618
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 41g 53%
Saturated Fat 10g 49%
Cholesterol 167mg 56%
Sodium 258mg 11%
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 54g 108%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 66mg 5%
Iron 4mg 19%
Potassium 494mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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