Grilled Chicken with Plantain Fufu (Poulet grillé avec fufu de makemba)

Poulet grillé avec fufu de makemba, or Grilled Chicken with Plantain Fufu, is a classic dish in Congolese cuisine that combines tender grilled chicken with a smooth and savory plantain fufu.

Grilled Chicken with Plantain Fufu (Poulet grillé avec fufu de makemba)

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 2 ripe plantains
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups water

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
  3. While the chicken is grilling, peel and chop the plantains. Boil them in water until soft, then mash them into a smooth fufu.
  4. Sauté the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger in a pan until fragrant.
  5. Serve the grilled chicken with the plantain fufu and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Grill Knife Cutting board Pan Pot

Tools

Tongs Wooden spoon

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Poulet grillé avec fufu de makemba with a side of fresh salad or steamed vegetables.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the plantains are ripe for a sweeter fufu, and adjust the seasoning of the chicken to your preference.

Cost

$15