Suya Chicken Skewers
These West African grilled chicken skewers are seasoned with a mild nutty suya spice blend that is a fantastic kid friendly introduction to Nigerian street food. Kids love eating food off skewers and the peanut-based coating adds a deliciously rich flavor everyone at the table will enjoy.
Mildly spiced West African peanut-crusted chicken skewers kids will happily devour.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
protein
coating
seasoning
main
Instructions
Make the Suya Coating
Combine ground roasted peanuts paprika garlic powder ground ginger and salt in a bowl. Mix well to create a fragrant dry spice blend that will coat the chicken.
Marinate the Chicken
Toss chicken strips with vegetable oil then press the suya spice mix onto each piece coating all sides generously. Thread onto skewers and let rest for 10 minutes.
Grill the Skewers
Cook skewers on a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side until cooked through with a slightly charred exterior kids will love.
Serve with Sides
Serve hot suya chicken skewers with sliced tomatoes onion rings and cucumber for a fun and kid friendly West African street food dinner at home.
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