Description

Indulge in a delightful Chicken Shawarma Bowl featuring tender marinated chicken, fluffy rice, and a vibrant array of fresh vegetables, all drizzled with creamy tahini sauce. This dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also serves as an eye-catching meal perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or hosting friends, this easy-to-make recipe will transport you to a world of rich flavors and aromas.

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp smoked paprika
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup tahini sauce
1 cup diced cucumbers
1 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 cup sliced red onion
2 cups cooked rice or quinoa (about 1 cup dry)
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Gather and chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
In a mixing bowl, combine chicken breasts with garlic, cumin, paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
While cooking the chicken, cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
Layer cooked rice or quinoa in bowls, slice the chicken into strips, place on top, add fresh veggies around the edges, and drizzle with tahini sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Searing
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
Calories: 590
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 61g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 105mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. - Swap chicken for lamb or chickpeas for a vegetarian option. - Enhance your bowl with toppings like feta cheese or pickled onions.