Chicken Shawarma Bowl
A delicious and satisfying Chicken Shawarma Bowl featuring marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tahini sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooked rice or quinoa
- Fresh vegetables (e.g., lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers)
- Tahini sauce or yogurt sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Whisk the Marinade: In a bowl, combine the olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the spices create a fragrant paste.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the sliced chicken breasts to the marinade. Ensure each piece is well coated, then cover the bowl and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken and cook until it’s fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes on each side.
- Prepare the Base: Scoop the cooked rice or quinoa into bowls as the base for your shawarma.
- Assemble the Bowls: Top each bowl with the sizzling chicken, a generous pile of fresh veggies, and drizzle with tahini or yogurt sauce!
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. For variations, consider swapping chicken for shrimp or chickpeas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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