Name: Chicken Shawarma Bowl Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts; 3 tablespoons olive oil; Juice of 1 lemon; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); Salt and pepper to taste; 2 cups cooked rice (quinoa or cauliflower rice); 1 cucumber (diced); 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved); 1 red onion (thinly sliced); 1 bell pepper (diced); 2 cups lettuce or mixed greens; ¼ cup fresh parsley or mint (chopped); ¼ cup tahini; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 clove garlic (minced); Water to thin (as needed); Salt to taste

Description

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine with this Chicken Shawarma Bowl Recipe. This delightful dish features succulent marinated chicken served atop a bed of fluffy rice or quinoa, complemented by an array of fresh vegetables and a creamy tahini sauce. It’s not only quick and easy to prepare—taking just 40 minutes—but also customizable for meal prep, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With its rich spices, colorful presentation, and nutritious ingredients, this bowl is sure to impress both your palate and your guests.

Ingredients

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1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
3 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups cooked rice (quinoa or cauliflower rice)
1 cucumber (diced)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 red onion (thinly sliced)
1 bell pepper (diced)
2 cups lettuce or mixed greens
¼ cup fresh parsley or mint (chopped)
¼ cup tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 clove garlic (minced)
Water to thin (as needed)
Salt to taste

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Instructions

Marinate the chicken by combining olive oil, lemon juice, and spices. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Let rest before slicing.
Prepare the fresh vegetables while the chicken cooks.
Whisk together tahini sauce ingredients until smooth.
Assemble bowls with rice or quinoa as a base topped with sliced chicken and vegetables. Drizzle with tahini sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Grilling/Skillet Cooking
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
Calories: 620
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 20g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 68g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 100mg