Description
This Chicken Shawarma Bowl is a flavorful and satisfying meal that combines marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy sauce for a delicious taste of the Middle East.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1/2 cup hummus
- 1/4 cup tahini sauce
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and coat well with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- In a serving bowl, layer the cooked rice or quinoa at the bottom. Top with sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and lettuce.
- Drizzle with hummus and tahini sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Chicken Shawarma Bowl!
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 75
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