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Mediterranean Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowl

Mediterranean Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowl
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A vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowl featuring juicy marinated chicken, golden turmeric rice, crisp veggies, and creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for meal prep or a comforting dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs, skinless and trimmed
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1.5 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder (for marinade)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 cups basmati rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder (for rice)
  • 2 cups fresh lettuce, chopped
  • 2 medium tomatoes, diced
  • 1 large cucumber, diced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup pickled onions
  • 1/2 cup garlic sauce or tzatziki

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat or preheat grill if using.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix yogurt, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add chicken and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In a saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Stir in basmati rice and 1 teaspoon turmeric. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes, then fluff.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Cook chicken in hot skillet with remaining oil, 6–8 minutes per side. Let rest and slice.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Ensure chicken reaches 165°F and rice is fluffy.
  6. Finishing Touches: Dice cucumber, tomatoes, slice onions, and chop lettuce.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: In bowls, layer rice, chicken, veggies, pickled onions, and drizzle with garlic sauce.

Notes

  • Marinate chicken overnight for maximum flavor.
  • Use a wide, shallow bowl for better presentation.
  • Rice and chicken can be prepped ahead and stored separately.

Find it online: https://www.cookfulcorner.com/mediterranean-chicken-shawarma-rice-bowl/