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Chicken Shawarma Bowls

Chicken Shawarma Bowls

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 bowls 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Description

These Chicken Shawarma Bowls are the perfect quick dinner idea, packed with bold Middle Eastern flavors. Juicy, spiced chicken shawarma is served over fluffy rice with a fresh, tangy salad and a creamy shawarma sauce. These bowls are not only healthy and easy to make but also a high-protein dinner option thatโ€™s great for meal prep. Enjoy this fine dining recipe at home in just 30 minutes!


Ingredients

Units Scale

For the Rice:

  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 1 3/4 cup water
  • Pinch of salt

For the Chicken Shawarma:

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 4 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon each: ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, turmeric, salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon each: allspice or 7 spice, ground cinnamon, garlic powder, black pepper

For the Salad:

  • 3โ€“4 Persian cucumbers, chopped
  • 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 red onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olives of choice
  • 2 tablespoons minced parsley
  • 1 teaspoon each: lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For Serving:

  • Hummus
  • Shawarma white sauce
  • Feta cheese
  • Pickled red onions or favorite pickles

Instructions

  • Cook the Rice:

    • Wash rice until the water runs clear.
    • In a medium saucepan, bring 1 ยพ cups of water to a boil with a pinch of salt.
    • Stir in the rice, bring it back to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
    • Simmer for 15 minutes, then turn off the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 more minutes.
    • Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  • Prepare & Cook the Chicken:

    • While the rice is cooking, slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally or pound them thinner.
    • In a large bowl, mix chicken with yogurt, lemon juice, oil, garlic, and spices until well coated.
    • Heat a large pan over high heat and cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through (165ยฐF internal temp).
    • Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
  • Make the Salad:

    • In a bowl, mix cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, olives, and parsley.
    • Drizzle with lemon juice, vinegar, and olive oil. Toss and season with salt and pepper.
  • Assemble the Bowls:

    • Add ยฝ cup of cooked rice to each bowl.
    • Top with sliced chicken shawarma, salad, hummus, feta, pickled onions, and a drizzle of shawarma white sauce.
  • Serve & Enjoy!


Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour (or overnight).
  • Swap basmati rice for cauliflower rice to make it low-carb.
  • Add pita bread or roasted chickpeas for extra texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg