Berbere Spiced Chicken Breasts

Name: Berbere Spiced Chicken Breasts
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 skinless, boneless chicken breast half - lightly pounded to an even thickness; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 tablespoon berbere spice blend, or to taste; 2 teaspoons butter; 1 lime, juiced; 2 teaspoons tomato paste; 0.25 cup chicken broth, or as needed; 0.33333334326744 cup coconut milk; 0.5 teaspoon berbere spice blend, or to taste; Salt to taste; 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

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One of my favorite uses for berbere spice is this berbere chicken breast recipe. But you can also use a pork chop or a piece of lamb; it's so versatile.

Recipe by Chef John

Updated on October 10, 2019

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

1

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Ingredients

1 skinless, boneless chicken breast half - lightly pounded to an even thickness
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon berbere spice blend, or to taste
2 teaspoons butter
1 lime, juiced
2 teaspoons tomato paste
¼ cup chicken broth, or as needed
⅓ cup coconut milk
½ teaspoon berbere spice blend, or to taste
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

Directions

Season both sides of chicken breast with salt and berbere spice.
Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat until it just starts to turn brown. Immediately transfer chicken breast to the skillet; cook 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a warm dish.
Add lime juice, tomato paste, chicken broth, and coconut milk to the skillet; stir to deglaze. Bring to a simmer while stirring. Add 1/2 teaspoon berbere spice and a pinch of salt.
Return chicken breast to the skillet; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook until chicken is cooked through and sauce starts to reduce, 4 to 5 more minutes, basting chicken with pan juices as it cooks. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Serve with a drizzle of pan sauce.

Chef's Note:

Here's a link to a recipe for making your own Berbere Spice Blend.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

432	Calories
28g	Fat
16g	Carbs
28g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
Calories 432
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g	36%
Saturated Fat 20g	102%
Cholesterol 92mg	31%
Sodium 3393mg	148%
Total Carbohydrate 16g	6%
Dietary Fiber 7g	24%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 28g
Vitamin C 24mg	118%
Calcium 56mg	4%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 579mg	12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.