Brazillian Chicken (Tempero Baiano)
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4.5
45 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Additional Time
30 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
4
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Calories
255 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Brazilian
Brazillian Chicken (Tempero Baiano)
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The flavorful Brazilian chicken marinade (Tempero Baiano) is a quick and easy seasoning that turns plain chicken pieces into succulent, juicy baked chicken the whole family will love. Bake it in the oven or air fryer.
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Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon coriander seeds
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black peppercorns
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ pounds chicken pieces
GARNISHES (optional)
- chopped fresh parsley
- chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
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Instructions
MAKE THE MARINADE:
- In a clean coffee grinder or spice mill, combine 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried parsley, 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, ½ teaspoon coriander seeds, 11 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black peppercorns, ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper. Process until finely ground
- In a small bowl, combine the ground spices with ¼ cup fresh lime juice and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Place 1½ pounds chicken pieces in a resealable bag. Add the marinade, seal and massage until the chicken is well coated. .
- Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes or in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours
TO BAKE THE BRAZILIAN CHICKEN IN AN AIR FRYER:
- When you are ready to cook, pat the drumsticks dry with paper towels and arrange them, skin side up in the air fryer basket.
- Set the air fryer to 400° for 20-25 minutes, turning the legs halfway through the cooking time.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°.
TO BAKE IN THE OVEN:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Set a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet.
- Pat the chicken pieces dry using a paper towel and arrange them on the wire rack. Bake for 20-30 minutes (depending on how large your chicken pieces are), flipping the meat halfway through to continue baking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°.
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Notes
- Note: chicken cooking times may vary depending on how large your pieces are.
- Drumsticks and wings should take between 20-25 minutes.
- Chicken thighs will take between 25-30 minutes.
- Whole, bone-in chicken breasts can take 35-40 minutes
- Cut the whole chicken breasts in half to reduce cooking time to 25-30.
- Always use a meat thermometer to check that the meat has reached an internal temperature of 165°F - a food safe doneness.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
255kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
20g
(40%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
105mg
(35%)
Sodium
702mg
(29%)
Potassium
293mg
(8%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
156IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
24mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 255 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 255kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 105mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 702mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 293mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 156IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.5
45 reviews
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