Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a Chicken Shawarma Bowl, a dish that brings together succulent spiced chicken, colorful fresh vegetables, and creamy sauces for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed gatherings, this recipe requires just 30 minutes from start to finish. Each bowl is fully customizable; feel free to add your favorite toppings or switch proteins for a unique twist. Bursting with nutrition and flavor, this delightful chicken shawarma bowl is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Shawarma spice mix (cumin, paprika, turmeric, garlic powder)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup fresh vegetables (cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions)
- ¼ cup tahini sauce
- ½ cup plain yogurt (or Greek yogurt)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil and spices. Coat the chicken and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the chicken: Grill or sauté over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Prepare vegetables: Chop cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions into bite-sized pieces.
- Make the sauce: Mix yogurt and tahini in a separate bowl until smooth.
- Assemble the bowl: Slice grilled chicken and layer it over fresh veggies; drizzle with tahini sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg