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Chicken Shawarma Bowl: Bold Flavors Meet Easy Comfort

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
Enjoy a flavorful and easy-to-make Chicken Shawarma Bowl with aromatic rice, fresh vegetables, and creamy garlic sauce.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Shawarma

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breast
  • 2-3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground allspice (heaping)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp sumac
  • 0.25 tsp ground turmeric
  • to taste Sea salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 3 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
  • 0.5 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 bay leaf bay leaf

For the Garlic Sauce

  • 7-8 cloves garlic cloves, peeled
  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt (heaping)
  • 0.25 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (or more, to taste)
  • Water, to thin as needed Water

Vegetables and Extras

  • to taste Romaine or iceberg lettuce, chopped
  • to taste Fresh tomatoes, diced
  • to taste Cucumber, sliced
  • to taste Pickled red cabbage
  • to taste Sliced onions
  • optional Pita bread
  • optional Hot sauce of your choice

Instructions 

  • Blend Greek yogurt, sour cream, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, sugar, black pepper, and water. Chill for 1 hour.
  • Slightly freeze chicken, then marinate with spices and lemon juice for 30 minutes or overnight.
  • Sear chicken in a skillet until browned, then cook covered until done. Keep warm.
  • Rinse rice, toast in oil, add water/broth, spices, and bay leaf. Simmer for 10-11 minutes, then rest covered and fluff.
  • Assemble rice, chicken, and vegetables in a bowl. Drizzle with garlic sauce and hot sauce. Serve with pita if desired.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken overnight and prepare sauce ahead of time.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Keyword: Chicken, rice, Shawarma