Name: Chicken Shawarma Bowl Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs chicken thighs or 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); 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); ¼ cup tahini (for sauce); 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for sauce); 1 clove garlic (minced, for sauce); Water to thin (as needed, for sauce); Salt to taste (for sauce)

Description

The Chicken Shawarma Bowl Recipe is a delightful and healthy dish that showcases the essence of Middle Eastern flavors. This bowl is filled with marinated chicken, vibrant fresh vegetables, and a creamy tahini sauce, making it an ideal option for meal prep or a cozy weeknight dinner. The combination of aromatic spices like cumin and paprika adds depth, while the nutritious ingredients ensure you are satisfying your palate without compromising on health. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet meal at home, this recipe is versatile enough to please everyone.

Ingredients

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1.5 lbs chicken thighs or 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)
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)
¼ cup tahini (for sauce)
2 tablespoons lemon juice (for sauce)
1 clove garlic (minced, for sauce)
Water to thin (as needed, for sauce)
Salt to taste (for sauce)

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Instructions

Marinate chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, and spices for at least 30 minutes.
Cook marinated chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Prepare the tahini sauce by mixing tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and water until smooth.
Assemble your bowl with a base of rice or quinoa topped with sliced chicken and fresh veggies. Drizzle with tahini sauce.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 450g)
Calories: 540
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 120mg