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Flavorful Chicken Shawarma Bowl

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A quick and easy chicken shawarma bowl featuring smoky spiced chicken, fresh vibrant veggies, and a creamy garlic yogurt sauce. Perfect for a wholesome, flavorful meal ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp ground turmeric
  • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 ½ cups cooked rice or quinoa
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • ¼ cup pickled turnips or quick-pickled radishes (optional)
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken (10-15 minutes): In a medium mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, ground cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice. Whisk until well blended. Add chicken thighs and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and let sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Garlic Yogurt Sauce (5 minutes): In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until creamy and smooth. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Cook the Grain Base (15 minutes): Rinse rice or quinoa under cold water. Cook according to package instructions (about 15 minutes). Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  4. Cook the Chicken (8-10 minutes): Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken thighs in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook another 3-5 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F). Avoid overcrowding; cook in batches if needed.
  5. Rest and Slice the Chicken (5 minutes): Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice into bite-sized strips or chunks.
  6. Prep Fresh Veggies and Herbs (5 minutes): Dice cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice red onions, and chop parsley or cilantro. Drain pickled turnips or radishes if using.
  7. Assemble the Bowl: Start with a base of warm rice or quinoa. Arrange sliced chicken on top, followed by fresh veggies, herbs, and pickled elements. Drizzle generously with garlic yogurt sauce. Add extra lemon juice if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use chicken thighs for juicier meat and better flavor. Ensure pan is hot before adding chicken to get a good sear. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Rest chicken before slicing to retain juices. The garlic yogurt sauce is essential for balancing flavors. For dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt. Pickled turnips can be replaced with quick-pickled radishes or olives. Quinoa is a great gluten-free grain alternative to rice.

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