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Ethiopian Spiced Chicken with Onions and Mango

A quick weeknight skillet dinner with tender chicken, sweet mango, and caramelized onions, seasoned with a warm Ethiopian-inspired spice blend.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Protein
32g
Ethiopian Spiced Chicken with Onions and Mango
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb chicken thighs
  • 2 medium onion
  • 1 large mango
  • 1 medium tomato
  • 2 tsp berbere spice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut the 2 onions into thin slices. Peel and dice the 1 mango and 1 tomato. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Season the 1.5 lb chicken thighs with the 2 tsp berbere spice and 0.5 tsp salt, rubbing it in.

  3. 3

    Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add the chicken and cook until browned on both sides, about 6 minutes total. Remove to a plate.

  4. 4

    In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and cook over medium, stirring, until soft and golden, about 8 minutes.

  5. 5

    Return the chicken to the skillet with the diced mango and tomato. Cook until the chicken is cooked through and the mango is warm, about 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve hot with a dollop of the 0.5 cup plain yogurt on top.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • mixing bowl

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