Recipes

Portuguese Roasted Chicken

Serves 4

| Prep Time: 45 mins

| Cook Time: 45 mins

| Total Time: 1 hour 30 min

You may need: Portuguese Allspice

Discover The Recipe

Here at Piquant Post, we're all about celebrating the vibrant flavors and rich heritage of global cuisine with easy-to-make recipes, and this Portuguese Roasted Chicken dish is no exception. Tender chicken thighs and drumsticks, generously coated in a luscious blend of olive oil, garlic, and the distinctive kick of our Portuguese Allspice blend. This flavorful spice, also known as “Temperos Portugueses”, delivers a harmonious balance of earthy, savory, citrus and slightly smoky notes to a variety of dishes, including meats, seafood, stews, soups, and marinades, capturing the essence of Portuguese flavor.

Roasted chicken is a simple and flavorful dish made around the world. Marinating the chicken with the Portuguese Allspice elevates this rustic sheet pan meal into something sublime. The addition of spiced potatoes makes a complete and delicious comfort meal. Russet potatoes, lovingly seasoned with onions, olive oil, and a generous sprinkle of Portuguese Allspice, come together to create a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.So, whether you're a seasoned home cook or a culinary adventurer looking to expand your repertoire, this Portuguese Roasted Chicken recipe is sure to impress. You can use this spice to substitute into just about any savory recipe calling for paprika, as a delightful upgrade. Sub in your favorite protein or swap in seasonal veggies, tofu, or tempeh cubes for a plant-based meal.

Ingredients

Portuguese Roasted chicken:
3 lbs chicken thighs and drumsticks
4 Tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, diced
1 Tbsp Piquant Post Portuguese Allspice
2 tsp Kosher salt
Spiced Potatoes:
2 lbs russet potatoes
1 onion, sliced into crescents
2 Tbsp olive oil
½ Tbsp Piquant Post Portuguese Allspice
Salt and pepper

Notes

If time allows, we highly recommend marinating the chicken the night before for extra flavor!

Optional ingredients add a little character and flavor but don’t sweat it if you don’t have them.

Instructions

First, marinate the chicken. In a large zipper bag, combine chicken, olive oil, garlic, 1 Tbsp Piquant Post Portuguese Allspice and 2 tsp salt. Mix well and marinate for at least 30 mins, up to overnight.

Preheat the oven to 400 deg F.Peel potatoes and cut into 1 in cubes. Slice onion. Toss with olive oil, Piquant Post Portuguese Allspice, ½ tsp salt, and ground black pepper to taste.

Cover a large baking sheet with foil. Lay potatoes and onion on the base of the sheet. Add chicken on top, pouring any excess marinade on the meat.

Bake at 400 degrees for 40-45 mins, or until chicken reaches an internal temp of 165 degrees.

Alternatives & Substitutions

We’ve created a magical spice blend we call ‘Portuguese Allspice’ that pays homage to Portugal’s former empire that brought spices back from all corners of the globe. This blend is something you can substitute into just about any savory recipe calling for paprika, as a delightful upgrade.
Our Madeiran Marinated Pork is a hearty and flavorful alternative.
For a vegan alternative, try our Portuguese Eggplant Salad. Another fantastic vegan dish using this spice is our Acorda de Alentejano.
Try using our allspice blend to make this classic Portuguese Bifana Pork Sandwich!
Use our Portuguese Allspice in this comforting Portuguese Pork Stew.
Be sure to leave comments and feedback on your meals and experiments in the comments for others to read.
Post pictures of your masterpiece meal on social media and tag us. We repost!