Grilled Senegalese-Style Spiced Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-25 · Updated 2026-06-25

Tender chicken marinated in a vibrant blend of West African spices and citrus, grilled to smoky perfection and served with a fresh herb sauce. This African-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, lemon juice, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs, cut into 1.5-inch pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp, grated ginger root
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh mint
• 1/3 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tsp honey
• 8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger root, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground black pepper, 1 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp olive oil to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1.5-inch pieces to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
4. Step 4: Grill the chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the chicken is cooked through with nicely charred edges and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
5. Step 5: Meanwhile, mix 1/3 cup plain yogurt with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint, and 1 tsp honey in a small bowl to create a refreshing herb sauce.
6. Step 6: Serve the grilled chicken skewers hot with the yogurt herb sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling.