Berbere-Spiced Grilled Chicken with Injera-Inspired Flatbread

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-18 · Updated 2026-06-18

Juicy grilled chicken marinated in aromatic Ethiopian berbere spices served alongside a soft, tangy flatbread reminiscent of traditional injera. This Ethiopian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, berbere spice mix, plain yogurt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp berbere spice mix
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 2 tbsp berbere spice mix, 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp salt. Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs and coat evenly. Marinate covered in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
2. Step 2: In a separate large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup whole wheat flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Gradually add 1 cup water, whisking until a smooth, thin batter forms, similar to crepe batter.
3. Step 3: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and brush with a small amount of 1 tbsp vegetable oil. Pour about 1/4 cup batter and swirl to cover the pan in a thin layer. Cook for 2 minutes until bubbles form and edges lift, then flip and cook 1 minute more. Repeat to make 6 flatbreads, keeping them warm.
4. Step 4: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and chicken is charred in spots.
5. Step 5: Serve grilled chicken sliced over or alongside the flatbreads, garnishing with fresh herbs or dipping sauces as desired.