Berbere Chicken and Lentils

Combine the water and 1 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan over high heat. Add lentils and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until lentils are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water, drain again. Place in a large bowl.

In a blender or using an immersion hand blender, mix the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, 1 tablespoon of berbere, cinnamon, garlic, and 1 teaspoon salt, until thick and emulsified. Pour 3/4 cup dressing over warm lentils and toss to coat, set aside.

Rub chicken all over with remaining 1 tablespoon berbere and 1 teaspoon of salt.

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside. Add chicken breasts to skillet and sauté 3 minutes per side, or until cooked through.

Arrange lentils on a large platter or individual plate. Place chicken on top of lentils, onions on top of chicken and drizzle with remaining dressing and sprinkle with parsley. Serve with lemon slices.

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