Description
Savor 2-Hour Grilled Chicken Shawarma Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a vibrant and satisfying dish that delivers the authentic essence of Middle Eastern cuisine right to your home. This recipe features juicy, marinated chicken grilled to perfection and served over a bed of nutritious rice or quinoa, topped with fresh vegetables and a rich garlic sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, these bowls are not only packed with flavor but also offer a healthy balance of protein and fresh produce. Enjoy customizing each bowl to your taste, making it an adaptable choice for every occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp tahini
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken by combining olive oil, lemon juice, and spices in a bowl. Coat chicken thoroughly and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- Mix garlic sauce ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
- Assemble bowls with rice or quinoa as the base. Top with sliced chicken and fresh vegetables. Drizzle with garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 125mg