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Delicious Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowl in 30 Minutes!

Delicious Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowl in 30 Minutes!

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A flavorful and easy Middle Eastern-inspired bowl with spiced chicken, fluffy basmati rice, fresh salad, and a creamy yogurt-tahini sauce. Ready in under an hour!

  • Author: Daniel Carter
  • Prep Time: 30 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Total Time: 45 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

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For the Shawarma Chicken:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, sliced
3 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
Salt and black pepper to taste
Juice of 1 lemon
For the Bowl:
2 cups cooked basmati rice
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the Sauce:
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 tbsp tahini
For Serving (Optional):
Fresh pita bread

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, spices, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make a marinade. Add chicken strips, coat well, and marinate for 30+ mins.
  2. In another bowl, combine cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley for the salad. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. Cook the marinated chicken in a hot skillet for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  4. Mix yogurt and tahini in a small bowl until smooth to create the sauce.
  5. Assemble bowls with rice, cooked chicken, fresh salad, and a drizzle of the yogurt-tahini sauce. Serve with pita if desired.

Notes

  • For best flavor, marinate chicken for 1-2 hours. Chicken thighs are juicier, but breast works too. Adjust cayenne for spice level. Store components separately for meal prep.

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