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Chicken Shawarma Bowl

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful and healthy Chicken Shawarma Bowl packed with aromatic spices, fresh vegetables, and tender marinated chicken, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Base

  • 3 cups cooked basmati or jasmine rice

Vegetables & Toppings

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Optional toppings
  • to taste Pickled red onions (optional)
  • for serving Hummus or tzatziki
  • as needed Lemon wedges

Instructions 

  • Mix Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices. Marinate chicken for at least 1 hour.
  • Cook marinated chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through, then slice into strips.
  • Prepare rice and chop vegetables. Arrange ingredients in bowls.
  • Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, vegetables, and toppings. Serve with hummus and lemon wedges.

Notes

Marinate the chicken overnight for more flavor.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Keyword: Chicken, rice, Shawarma