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Spicy Ethiopian chicken

Recipe Information

Description:
Spicy Ethiopian chicken is a delicious Ethiopian recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 20 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 25 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 2 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 2
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 20 Minutes
Total Time 25 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Chicken
Category Poultry
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Ethiopian; Cajun
Cook Method Stove Top
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom

  • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice

  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast

  • 3 tablespoons butter

  • 1 cup chopped onion

  • 1 tablespoon minced, peeled fresh ginger

  • 1 cup water

  • Salt and black pepper

Directions

  • Combine the Cajun seasoning, cardamom, and allspice. Rub on each side of the chicken pieces.

  • Add most of the butter to a skillet and cook the chicken. Then in the same pan, cook the remaining butter and onions for 4 minutes. Combine the ginger with the onions and cook for an additional minute.

  • Combine the chicken and water with the onions and ginger and cook on medium heat for about 7 minutes. Remove the chicken and cover. Continue cooking the sauce on high heat for another 7 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste.

  • Combine chicken and sauce and serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 450 cal

  • Total fat: 20g

  • Saturated fat: 12g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 6g

  • Cholesterol: 183mg

  • Sodium: 970mg

  • Potassium: 639mg

  • Carbohydrate: 9g

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Protein: 56g