Sesame-Inspired Chicken Tibs with Berbere and Onions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-01 · Updated 2026-05-01

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Sautéed Ethiopian-style chicken tibs seasoned with spicy berbere and toasted sesame seeds, combined with caramelized onions for a flavorful main dish. This Ethiopian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, berbere spice blend, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Ethiopian cuisine 370 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes boneless chicken thighs
1 1/2 tbsp berbere spice blend
2 medium, sliced thinly yellow onion
4, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp, minced ginger
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
for serving lemon wedges

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 medium thinly sliced yellow onions and sauté for 8-10 minutes until deeply caramelized and golden brown.
Step 2: Push onions to the side, add 1 tbsp olive oil, and add 1 lb cubed boneless chicken thighs. Sprinkle 1 1/2 tbsp berbere spice blend, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper over the chicken; sauté for 6-8 minutes until chicken is browned and cooked through.
Step 3: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Mix the caramelized onions back into the chicken and sprinkle 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the top, stirring to combine.
Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the dish.