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Description
A hearty casserole combining chicken, lentils, and tomatoes with spicy berbere seasoning for a flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp berbere spice mix
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cook until soft.
- Add berbere spice, stir for 30 seconds to release flavors.
- Mix in chicken, lentils, tomatoes, broth, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer to a baking dish, cover with foil.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until lentils are tender.
- Remove foil, bake for 10 more minutes to thicken.
- Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Adjust berbere spice to taste for more or less heat.
- Can substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth to make vegetarian.
- Leftovers keep well in fridge for 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Ethiopian-inspired