Injera-Wrapped Spiced Chicken Skewers with Mitmita Glaze

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Tender grilled chicken skewers marinated in Ethiopian spices and served wrapped in soft injera bread with a spicy mitmita glaze. This ethiopian-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs mitmita spice powder, berbere spice mix, lemon juice 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Ethiopian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 tbsp mitmita spice powder, 1 tbsp berbere spice mix, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Whisk to form a marinade.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken pieces onto soaked wooden skewers.
  4. Step 4: Grill the chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred.
  5. Step 5: In a small saucepan over low heat, warm 1 tbsp honey and 1 tsp mitmita powder, stirring to combine into a glaze.
  6. Step 6: Warm 4 large injera bread pieces on a dry skillet for 1 minute each side until pliable.
  7. Step 7: Brush the grilled chicken skewers with the spicy honey mitmita glaze, then wrap the chicken in the warm injera bread pieces to serve.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Injera-Wrapped Spiced Chicken Skewers with Mitmita Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 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 Injera-Wrapped Spiced Chicken Skewers with Mitmita Glaze?

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 mitmita spice powder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Injera-Wrapped Spiced Chicken Skewers with Mitmita Glaze?

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 Injera-Wrapped Spiced Chicken Skewers with Mitmita Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Injera-Wrapped Spiced Chicken Skewers with Mitmita Glaze?

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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