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Hot and Spicy Chicken Skewers

These Hot and Spicy Chicken Skewers are perfect for game night or as footie snacks, all washed down with a cold beer! They are always a hit at parties and make a great game day appetizer to serve for friends. 

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Marinating time
2 hrs
Total Time
13 mins
Servings: 12 skewers
Calories: 75 kcal
Course: Main Course , Appetizer
Cuisine: Australian

Ingredients

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  • 12 kebab sticks
  • ½ cup extra strong coffee - cold
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (see notes)
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 garlic clove
  • ¼ teaspoon all spice
  • 1.1 lb chicken tenders
  • ½ cup sour cream

Instructions

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  1. Start by soaking the the kebab sticks in a jug of water. This prevents them burning on the grill.
  2. Pour the coffee, salt, maple syrup, chilli powder, chilli flakes and all spice into a large ziplock bag.
  3. Crush in the garlic into the bag, then seal the bag and shake it about a bit to mix everything together.
  4. Add the chicken tenders and place the bag in the fridge to marinade for 2-6 hours.
  5. Preheat the grill to it's hottest setting.
  6. Remove the chicken from the bag and thread each tender onto your soaked kebab stick. Lay them out of a baking tray.
  7. Grill one each side for 3-4 minutes a side until just cooked through.

Notes

  • These hot and spicy skewers are hot! If you want to tone it down then use just 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.

Nutrition Information

Calories 75kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Vitamin A 275IU (6%) Vitamin C 0.7mg (1%) Calcium 17mg (2%) Iron 0.3mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12skewers

Amount Per Serving

Calories 75

% Daily Value*

Calories 75kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Vitamin A 275IU 6%
Vitamin C 0.7mg 1%
Calcium 17mg 2%
Iron 0.3mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.