Ramadan Recipes: Suya-Spiced Grilled Chicken
Suya-Spiced Grilled Chicken is a delicious and flavorful Nigerian dish that features chicken marinated in a distinctive blend of spices known as "suya spice" and then grilled to perfection. It is a flavorful addition to your Ramadan iftar!
Ingredients
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- 40 Minutes
- 4 Serving
- 175 Calories
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup groundnut (peanut) oil
- 2 tablespoons ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons ground garlic
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Skewers, soaked in water
Suya-Spiced Grilled Chicken
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Method & Directions
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- 15 Minutes
- Prepare the Suya Spice Marinade
تم نسخ الرابطIn a bowl, combine groundnut oil, ground ginger, ground garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well to form a paste.
- Prepare the Chicken
تم نسخ الرابطCut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes. Coat the chicken cubes with the suya spice marinade. Allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Skewer the Chicken
تم نسخ الرابطPreheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the soaked skewers.
- Grill the Chicken
تم نسخ الرابطGrill the skewered chicken for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and slightly charred.
- Serve
تم نسخ الرابطRemove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve the suya-spiced grilled chicken hot, optionally garnished with chopped onions and tomatoes.