Slow Cooker Ethiopian Chicken & Lentil Stew

Name: Slow Cooker Ethiopian Chicken & Lentil Stew
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 6 h
Total time: 6 h 20 min
Cuisine: African
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 onion (finely diced); 2 tablespoons berbere spice mix (*see note); 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 tablespoon minced ginger; 3 cloves garlic (minced); 2 carrots (peeled and sliced); 2 ribs of celery (sliced); 2 cups sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed); 2 chicken breasts; 1 cup green split lentils (dried); 1 can (540mL/19oz diced tomatoes (including juices),); 1 cup chicken stock; juice from 1/2 a lemon; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; salt (if needed); flatbread; greek yogurt

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:6h

A hearty and flavorful slow cooker Ethiopian chicken stew made with Ethiopian spices, lentils and sweet potatoes. Bring some exotic flavors to your dinner table!

Updated at: Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:04:09 GMT