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Nandos Style Chicken Burger

Make authentic Nandos Style Chicken Burger with this foolproof recipe. Packed with rich traditional flavor, step-by-step photos, and cooking tips by Denisiya on EatMee Recipes.

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By DenisiyaPublished on February 23, 2021
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Nandos Chicken Burger
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Prep Time15 mins
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Cook Time74 mins
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Total Time89 mins
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ServingsServes 4
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This South African Recipe Makes 2 Burgers

This version of my Nandos Chicken Burger is simply divine. Nandos Burgers are enjoyed by many local citizens of South Africa, as well as a huge amount of foreigners.

This recipe will have you preparing chicken burgers on a regular basis. It can be altered in taste using the variety of Nandos sauces. Don’t forget – to make it really authentic, it’s best to have Portuguese rolls but if it isn’t easily available to you then any other regular buns will do.

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Ingredients

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Base Yield: Serves 4
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Step-by-Step Instructions

20 Steps
  1. Step 1

    Rinse chicken breasts.

    Step 1 visual guide
  2. Step 2

    Poke a few holes into the chicken breasts using a knife. This will allow the spices to soak into the chicken.

    Step 2 visual guide
  3. Step 3

    Add in the salt, ground black pepper, chicken spice, lemon juice, hot sauce & ginger & garlic paste.

    Step 3 visual guide
  4. Step 4

    Mix well & set aside to marinate for 30 minutes.

    Step 4 visual guide
  5. Step 5

    After 30 minutes of marinating the chicken, add the vegetable oil to a pan or a skillet & once the oil is hot enough, carefully place the chicken into the oil.

    Step 5 visual guide
  6. Step 6

    Fry the chicken until golden on each side. Approximately 3-4 minutes frying time on each side.

    Step 6 visual guide
  7. Step 7

    Lay foil onto a baking tray & grease with a little spray & cook. Thereafter place the chicken over.

    Step 7 visual guide
  8. Step 8

    Bake the chicken in the oven for 10 minutes at 180° Celsius. Remove & set aside.

    Step 8 visual guide
  9. Step 9

    Next is preparing the perinnaise. Add the mayonnaise & hot sauce to a bowl.

    Step 9 visual guide
  10. Step 10

    Mix well.

    Step 10 visual guide
  11. Step 11

    Begin assembling the Chicken Burger.

    Step 11 visual guide
  12. Step 12

    Cut each bun in half & spread the remaining hot sauce onto the bottom half of the buns.

    Step 12 visual guide
  13. Step 13

    Add some lettuce over the sauce.

    Step 13 visual guide
  14. Step 14

    Place slices of tomatoes over.

    Step 14 visual guide
  15. Step 15

    Thereafter, add the chicken.

    Step 15 visual guide
  16. Step 16

    Top with slices of cheese.

    Step 16 visual guide
  17. Step 17

    Finally add the perinnaise.

    Step 17 visual guide
  18. Step 18

    Cover with the other half of the buns & your Nandos Chicken Burger is ready to tuck in to.

    Step 18 visual guide
  19. Step 19

    Take note that these burgers are highly addictive as the chicken is moist & juicy when biting into it.

    Step 19 visual guide
  20. Step 20

    Serve this Nandos Chicken Burger with chips (fries), Nandos Peri Peri Chicken or any other sides such as, Chicken livers or Chicken Spicy Rice.

    Step 20 visual guide
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Frequently Asked Questions & Cooking Tips

Expert kitchen guidance and troubleshooting for making the best Nandos Style Chicken Burger

Can I adjust the spice and chilli levels in Nandos Style Chicken Burger?

Absolutely! You can easily tailor the heat by increasing or reducing the chili powder and fresh chilies to suit your family’s palate without compromising the authentic flavor profile.

Can I freeze leftovers of this dish?

Yes, you can freeze Nandos Style Chicken Burger in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to 2 to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before gently reheating.

How do I reheat leftovers for best flavor?

Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat with a splash of water, or in the microwave covered with a damp paper towel to retain moisture.

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Meet Denisiya

Hi, I'm Denisiya! Food lover, recipe developer, and founder of EatMee Recipes. I specialize in authentic South African Durban Indian cuisine, comforting curries, and modern Instant Pot adaptations. Every recipe on this site is tested in my personal kitchen to ensure you get mouth-watering, foolproof results every time.

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