Description
- Chicken shawarma bowl with bold spices, creamy garlic sauce, and vibrant toppings. Easy, healthy, and ready in 35 minutes.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken Shawarma:
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breast
- 2-3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground allspice (heaping)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp sumac
- 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
- Sea salt, to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper
For the Yellow Rice:
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 3 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt, to taste
For the White Garlic Sauce:
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt (heaping)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 7-8 garlic cloves, peeled
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (or more, to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- Water, to thin as needed
Bowl Add-Ons:
- Romaine or iceberg lettuce, chopped
- Fresh tomatoes, diced
- Cucumber, sliced
- Pickled red cabbage
- Sliced onions
- Pita bread (optional)
- Hot sauce of your choice
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Sauce: Blend Greek yogurt, sour cream, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, sugar, black pepper, and enough water to reach desired consistency. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Marinate the Chicken: Slightly freeze chicken for easier slicing. Combine sliced chicken with olive oil, spices, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
- Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over high heat. Sear chicken slices for 3-4 minutes per side until browned. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until fully done. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- Prepare the Rice: Rinse rice until water runs clear. Soak for 10 minutes, then drain. In the same skillet or a separate one, toast rice in olive oil for 1 minute. Add water or broth, spices, and bay leaf. Bring to boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-11 minutes. Let sit covered for 5 minutes. Remove bay leaf and fluff with a fork.
- Assemble the Bowls: Arrange yellow rice, chicken, and vegetables in a bowl. Drizzle with garlic sauce and add hot sauce as desired. Serve with pita if using.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Protein-Packed Salads
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American