Peri-Peri Grilled Chicken with Lemon Rice Recipe
Peri-Peri grilled chicken sounds like a party, but let’s keep it vegan and spice things up with bold flavors.
Imagine smoky, zesty plant-based protein paired with tangy lemon rice that refuses to be boring.
This recipe slaps with vibrant spices and citrus notes that make your taste buds do a happy dance.
It’s perfect for impressing friends or faking gourmet skills on a busy weeknight.
No bland meals here—just a fiery, fresh dish that’s fast, flavorful, and totally fuss-free.
Peri-Peri Grilled Chicken with Lemon Rice Recipe
A spicy, vegan peri-peri grilled “chicken” served with bright, tangy lemon rice.
Ingredients
- 14 oz vegan chicken substitute
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 lemons juice and zest
- 2 tbsp peri-peri spice mix
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate vegan chicken with peri-peri spice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper for 15 minutes.
- Cook rice with vegetable broth, lemon juice, and zest until fluffy.
- Grill the marinated vegan chicken on medium-high heat until nicely charred, about 8-10 minutes each side.
- Serve grilled protein over lemon rice, garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Nutritional values (per serving)
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 20 g
Vitamins and minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin C: 40%
- Iron: 15%
- Calcium: 10%
- Vitamin A: 12%
- Magnesium: 10%
Additional notes/tips to enhance flavor
- Add extra chili flakes for heat lovers.
- Swap vegan chicken for tofu or tempeh if preferred.
- Use fresh lemon for zesty brightness every time.
