Chicken Shawarma Bowl
A flavorful and healthy Middle Eastern-inspired bowl featuring marinated chicken, rice, fresh veggies, and a tangy garlic sauce.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl (for marinating chicken)
- 1 Grill Pan or Skillet (for cooking chicken)
- 1 Rice Cooker or Pot (for cooking rice)
- 1 Knife & Cutting Board (for chopping vegetables)
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground paprika
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup Greek yogurt optional, for tenderness
For the Bowl:
- 2 cups cooked basmati or jasmine rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup cucumber diced
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- ½ cup shredded lettuce
- ¼ cup feta cheese optional
- ¼ cup hummus optional
For the Garlic Sauce:
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp water to thin if needed
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
- Add the chicken and coat well. Let marinate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for deeper flavor).
Cook the Chicken:
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
Prepare the Rice & Veggies:
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- Chop the tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
Make the Garlic Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Add water if needed to thin.
Assemble the Bowl:
- In each serving bowl, add a base of rice.
- Top with cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and shredded lettuce.
- Drizzle with garlic sauce and add hummus or feta cheese if desired.
Serve & Enjoy!
- Serve the Chicken Shawarma Bowl with a side of your favorite sauce, and dig in for a delicious, homemade feast!
Notes
📌 For a low-carb option, substitute rice with cauliflower rice or a salad base.
📌You can also serve this in a pita wrap for a classic shawarma-style sandwich.
📌Marinating the chicken overnight enhances the flavors even more!
