Cape Verdean Style Chicken Kebabs (Espetadas de Frango à Moda Cabo-verdiana)

Espetadas de Frango à Moda Cabo-verdiana, or Cape Verdean Style Chicken Kebabs, are a delicious and flavorful dish that is popular in Cape Verdean cuisine. These kebabs are made with marinated chicken pieces, cooked to perfection, and served with a side of rice or vegetables.

Dietary Restrictions None Main Course Cape Verdean Chicken Kebabs Grilling
Cape Verdean Style Chicken Kebabs (Espetadas de Frango à Moda Cabo-verdiana)

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 large red onion, cut into chunks
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, black pepper, and salt. Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, making sure they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  3. Thread the marinated chicken, bell peppers, and onions onto the skewers, alternating the ingredients.
  4. Grill the kebabs for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
  5. Remove the kebabs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Grill Skewers

Tools

Knife Cutting board Bowl for marinating

Serving suggestions

Serve the Espetadas de Frango with a side of rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before threading the ingredients to prevent them from burning on the grill.

Cost

$15