Grilled Spicy Suya Chicken Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-30 · Updated 2026-05-30

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Tender grilled chicken skewers marinated in a spicy West African suya-inspired peanut and chili blend, perfect for a smoky BBQ flavor. This African-inspired barbecue recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, roasted peanut powder, ground cayenne pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 African cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
3 tbsp roasted peanut powder
1 tsp ground cayenne pepper
1 tbsp paprika
1/2 tsp ginger powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
8 wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: Cut 1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons roasted peanut powder, 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon salt; mix thoroughly.
Step 3: Add the spice mixture, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice to the chicken cubes and toss well to coat evenly; marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Step 4: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto 8 wooden skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
Step 5: Grill the skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning once, until the chicken is cooked through and has a smoky char with an internal temperature of 165°F; serve hot.