1/2 Chicken
A flame-grilled half chicken marinated in Nando’s world-famous PERi-PERi sauce for 24 hours before cooking. This signature dish features both white and dark meat portions. The chicken is butterflied and flame-grilled to perfection, ensuring juicy meat with a beautifully caramelized exterior.
Nando’s 1/2 Chicken delivers an authentic PERi-PERi experience with each bite. The half chicken includes one breast, one wing, one thigh, and one drumstick. Flame-grilling after marination creates a distinctive smoky flavor that complements the African Bird’s Eye Chili heat.
This generous portion serves 1-2 people comfortably. The 1/2 Chicken can be customized with five different heat levels to match your spice preference.
The 1/2 Chicken weighs approximately 380 grams (13.4 ounces) before cooking. The combination of white and dark meat provides varied textures and flavors.
Price: £8.95 + 2 regular sides £14.95
Ingredients:
- Half chicken (breast, wing, thigh, and drumstick)
- PERi-PERi marinade (contains African Bird’s Eye Chili)
- Lemon juice
- Garlic
- Onion
- Salt
- Mixed herbs (varies by spice level)
- Vegetable oil (for grilling)
- Paprika (in certain spice variants)
- Vinegar (in marinade)
Sides Options:
Nando’s UK offers these delicious sides to accompany your 1/2 Chicken:
- PERi-Mac & Cheese £1.00
- Portuguese Tomato Salad £0.75
- PERi-Salted Chips
- Chips
- Garlic Bread
- Spicy Rice
- Coleslaw
- Creamy Mash
- Corn on the Cob
- Long-Stem Broccoli
- Rainbow Slaw
- Macho Peas
Spice Levels:
Choose your perfect heat level for the 1/2 Chicken:
- Extra Hot – A sizzling hot spice, and then some. (82 kcal)
- Hot – Tongue-tingling heat, not for the faint hearted. (41 kcal)
- Medium – Heaps of flavour with just a flicker of fire. (21 kcal)
- Nando’s x Fantalimited time – If Nando’s and Fanta Orange Zero had a baby. Literally. (23 kcal)
- Lemon & Herb – Zesty and tangy. A taste bud teaser. (10 kcal)
- Plain…ish – No added spice. As mild as it gets. (0 kcal)
- PERi-Tamer – Deliciously sweet with a hint of BBQ. (40 kcal)
Allergens:
- Gluten (found in marinades)
- Eggs (present in some sauce variations)
- Soy (component of marinades)
- Sulfites (used as preservatives in sauces)
- Cross-contamination warning: Prepared in kitchens handling nuts, dairy, and other common allergens
- Customization options available for certain dietary requirements – consult restaurant staff for details
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Portion: 1/2 chicken (approximately 380g/13.4oz)
- Calories: 522 kcal (2,184 kJ)
- Protein: 58g
- Total Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 8.5g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Sodium: 1,120mg (equivalent to approximately 2.8g salt)
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 5g
Nutritional values may vary slightly depending on chosen spice level. Values exclude sides.
FAQs:
Is Nando’s 1/2 Chicken suitable for sharing?
The 1/2 Chicken portion serves 1-2 people comfortably depending on appetite. Add extra sides when sharing between two hungry diners for a complete meal experience.
Which part of the 1/2 Chicken contains the most meat?
The breast portion of the 1/2 Chicken contains the most meat by weight. The thigh offers the juiciest dark meat, while the drumstick provides flavorful meat on the bone.
Can I mix spice levels on my 1/2 Chicken?
No, the entire 1/2 Chicken comes marinated in your single chosen spice level. Order multiple different dishes if you want to experience various heat levels in one visit.
What’s the best side to pair with 1/2 Chicken?
PERi-Salted Chips remain the most popular side pairing with 1/2 Chicken. Coleslaw serves as an excellent second side, providing cooling contrast to the spicy chicken.
