Quick Portuguese Chicken Piri-Piri Skewers — FamilyPlate recipe🍢

Quick Portuguese Chicken Piri-Piri Skewers

Delicious and spicy grilled chicken skewers marinated in a zesty piri-piri sauce, perfect for a quick lunch that kids will love.

🇵🇹 Portuguese
👶 Kid Friendly🌶️ Medium Spice

✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
lunch
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Cooking Style
Kid-Friendly

Nutrition (per serving)

280kcal
Calories
30g
Protein
0g
Carbs
15g
Fat

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons piri-piri sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 skewers (soaked in water if wooden)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, piri-piri sauce, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

    Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring they're well coated. Let marinate for about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers.

  5. 5

    Grill the skewers for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.

  6. 6

    Serve hot with a side of your choice, such as rice or salad.

  7. 7

    Enjoy your quick and flavorful Portuguese lunch!

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