Grilled Chicken Shawarma Bowl
A flavorful and healthy Middle Eastern-inspired dish featuring marinated grilled chicken served over rice or pita with fresh vegetables and tahini sauce.
Ingredients
Marinade
- 3-4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp turmeric
Vegetables and Garnishes
- to taste salt and pepper
- 2 cups diced fresh tomatoes
- 1 cup diced fresh cucumbers
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped
Sauce
- ½ cup tahini sauce
Instructions
- Mix chicken with yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F/190°C). Grill chicken 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Rest briefly.
- Whisk tahini with lemon juice and water to make sauce.
- Chop tomatoes, cucumbers, parsley, and mint. Mix vegetables with herbs.
- Slice chicken thinly. Assemble bowls with rice or pita, vegetables, chicken, and tahini sauce.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for better flavor. Serve with rice or pita for a complete meal.