Description
A delicious Chicken Shawarma Bowl featuring tender marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and fluffy rice, all topped with creamy tahini sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Boneless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup Yogurt
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2 cups Cooked rice
- 1 Diced tomato
- 1 Chopped cucumber
- 1/2 Sliced red onion
- 1 can Chickpeas
- 1/4 cup Chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup Tahini sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper together. Add the chicken thighs and coat them well with the marinade. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the fridge for more flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until it is cooked through and has nice char marks. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Assemble the Bowl: In bowls, place a scoop of cooked rice as the base. Top it with sliced chicken, diced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and chickpeas.
- Add Toppings: Drizzle tahini sauce over the top and sprinkle with chopped parsley for a fresh finish.
- Serve: Enjoy your delicious Chicken Shawarma Bowl warm!
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight and consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the marinade for some heat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern