Nigerian · PANTRYHOP RECIPE
Suya-Spiced Grilled Chicken
45 minutes · 4 servings · omnivore
A home-cooked version of the well-known suya flavor profile.
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds chicken thighs, boneless
- 2 tbsp suya spice
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 medium bell pepper, sliced
Let’s make it
- Rub the chicken with suya spice, oil, and salt.
- Grill or pan-cook over medium heat until the chicken reaches 74 C/165 F, about 18 to 22 minutes.
- Add the onion and bell pepper in the last 5 minutes so they soften slightly.
- Rest the chicken for 3 minutes, then slice.
- Serve with rice, fries, or salad.
Offer a little spice on the side so children can taste it gently.
Cooking time varies with equipment and batch size. Follow school allergy rules for children’s meals; keep perishable lunches cold.
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