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How to Make a Delicious Chicken Shawarma Bowl

Chicken Shawarma Bowl
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A Chicken Shawarma Bowl is a flavorful dish combining spiced, juicy chicken with fresh vegetables, creamy sauce, and a hearty base like rice, quinoa, or greens. It’s a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and fresh flavors, all in one bowl!

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts

  • 1 cup yogurt

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 2 tsp cumin

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1/2 tsp turmeric

  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon

  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Base:

  • 2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or mixed greens

Toppings:

  • 1 cucumber, diced

  • 2 tomatoes, chopped

  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

  • Pickles or pickled turnips

  • Fresh parsley or cilantro

For the Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup tahini or plain yogurt

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

  • 2 tbsp water (to thin, if needed)

  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Marinate the Chicken:

    • In a bowl, combine yogurt, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
    • Add chicken, coat well, and marinate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for better flavor).

  • Cook the Chicken:

    • Heat a skillet, grill, or oven to medium-high heat.
    • Cook chicken for 6–8 minutes per side (until fully cooked and slightly charred). Rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.

  • Prepare the Base:

    • Cook rice or quinoa, or prepare a bed of greens.

  • Make the Sauce:

    • Mix tahini or yogurt with garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Add water to thin, if needed.

  • Assemble the Bowl:

    • Layer the base with chicken slices, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, pickles, and parsley.

  • Finish with Sauce:

    • Drizzle with prepared sauce and garnish with sumac or lemon wedges.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
  • You can customize the bowl with your favorite toppings, like olives, feta cheese, or avocado.
  • To save time, use store-bought shawarma seasoning or pre-cooked grains.
  • Leftovers can be stored separately and assembled fresh for another meal.
  • Adjust spice levels and sauce consistency to suit your taste.

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