Chicken Suya
Chicken suya is a spicy, smoky Nigerian favorite made with tender grilled chicken and a bold peanut seasoning that packs serious flavor. It’s perfect for summer cookouts, easy weeknight dinners, or whenever you want to impress without trying too hard.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 4 tbsp suya spice
- 2 tbsp peanut oil
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425°F.
- 2
Wash & pat dry the chicken thighs. Slice the thighs into thin strips and place in a bowl.
- 3
Add the suya spice and peanut oil & mix.
- 4
Thread the chicken thighs in the skewer.
- 5
Lightly oil a baking sheet & arrange the chicken thighs on it.
- 6
Bake for 20 mins, turning halfway.
- 7
Using a meat thermometer, make sure the internal temperature of the chicken is at least 165°F.
- 8
--- Make Suya on the Grill ---
- 9
Set your grill to medium-high heat.
- 10
Grill the chicken for about 15 minutes, flipping halfway.
- 11
Use a meat thermometer to make sure the internal temperature of the chicken is at least 165F.
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