Honey-Spiced Ethiopian Chicken Tibs with Berbere and Shallots

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-04 · Updated 2026-05-04

Juicy chicken cubes sautéed with berbere spice and sweet honey, complemented by caramelized shallots for a flavorful Ethiopian-inspired dish. This African recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs berbere spice blend, honey, shallots, thinly sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 tbsp berbere spice blend
• 1 tbsp honey
• 3 medium shallots, thinly sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 medium thinly sliced shallots and sauté for 5-6 minutes until golden and caramelized, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Remove shallots and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp vegetable oil, then add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thigh pieces seasoned with 2 tbsp berbere spice blend, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally until chicken is browned and cooked through.
3. Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp honey to the chicken. Stir well and cook for 2 minutes until the honey melts and coats the chicken with a glossy glaze.
4. Step 4: Return the caramelized shallots to the skillet, stir to combine, and cook together for 1 minute. Remove from heat and drizzle 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice over the dish.
5. Step 5: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately with injera flatbread or rice.