Honey-Glazed Ethiopian Spiced Chicken Wings

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Oven-roasted chicken wings coated in a honey and berbere spice glaze for a sweet and spicy flavor with African flair. This ethiopian-inspired chicken ready in about 50 minutes pairs chicken wings, berbere spice blend, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 6, 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.

★ 4.5 (13 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves 6 Ethiopian cuisine 340 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, toss 24 chicken wings with 3 tbsp berbere spice blend, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 2 tbsp olive oil until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Arrange the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with foil and a wire rack. Roast in the oven for 35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until skin is crisp and wings are cooked through.
  3. Step 3: While wings roast, whisk together 1/4 cup honey and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a small bowl.
  4. Step 4: Remove wings from oven and immediately brush the honey-lemon glaze all over them. Return to oven and broil on high for 3-4 minutes, watching closely, until the glaze bubbles and caramelizes.
  5. Step 5: Let wings rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow glaze to set. Serve warm with a side of cooling yogurt or salad.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Ethiopian Spiced Chicken Wings take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (10 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey-Glazed Ethiopian Spiced Chicken Wings?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken wings from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Ethiopian Spiced Chicken Wings?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey-Glazed Ethiopian Spiced Chicken Wings for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Honey-Glazed Ethiopian Spiced Chicken Wings?

Ethiopian chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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