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Shawarma Chicken Bowl with Couscous and Lemon Sauce

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful and satisfying bowl combining marinated chicken, crispy chickpeas, fresh salad, and fluffy couscous, topped with a zesty lemon sauce.

Ingredients

Crispy Chickpeas

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tbsp corn oil
  • 1/8 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper

Shawarma Chicken

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp corn oil
  • Zest of 1 lemon lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground allspice

Parsley & Tomato Salad

  • 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp finely diced red onion
  • 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp corn oil
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt

For the Bowl

  • 1¼ cups cooked couscous (from dry)
  • 2 tbsp corn oil
  • Optional Lemon chickpea mayo for garnish (Optional)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss chickpeas with oil, salt, pepper, paprika; roast 15-20 mins.
  • Mix marinade ingredients; marinate chicken. Cook in skillet 4-5 mins per side.
  • Combine tomatoes, onion, parsley, lemon juice, oil, salt for salad.
  • Assemble bowl with couscous, chicken, salad, and crispy chickpeas.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Keyword: Chicken, couscous, Lemon