Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine with this Chicken Shawarma Bowl Recipe, perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal. This bowl combines marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy tahini sauce, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Enjoy the ease of preparation with straightforward instructions that cater to all skill levels, while savoring every flavorful bite. Whether you’re meal prepping or serving up a delicious dinner, this recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs (boneless, skinless or chicken 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, for heat)
- 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)
- Optional: pickled onions, olives, or feta cheese
- ¼ cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Water to thin (as needed)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Mix olive oil, lemon juice, and spices in a bowl. Add chicken; coat well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill pan or oven. Remove chicken from marinade; cook for 6–8 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Prepare Tahini Sauce: Whisk tahini with lemon juice and minced garlic; add water to reach desired consistency.
- Assemble Your Bowl: Start with rice as a base; layer sliced chicken and vegetables; drizzle with tahini sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 100mg