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Chicken Shawarma Bowl Recipe: Quick and Flavorful
Emily

Chicken Shawarma Bowl Recipe: Quick and Flavorful

A Mediterranean-inspired meal with roasted chicken, aromatic spices, and fresh toppings like hummus and tzatziki. Perfect for busy weeknights or on-the-go lunch breaks, this dish is customizable, satisfying, and rich in bold flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 560
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Boneless chicken thighs, 6-8 (Halal certified if preferred)
  • Olive oil, 1/2 cup (Extra virgin for depth)
  • Garlic, minced, 6 cloves (Fresh cloves yield brighter flavor)
  • Lemons, 2, juiced (Keep zest for garnish)
  • Ground cumin, 2 tsp (Essential for Middle Eastern authenticity)
  • Red onion, 1, chopped (Half goes into the bowl)
  • Jasmine rice, 1.5 cups (uncooked, for 4 servings)
  • Tzatziki, 1 1/2 cups (homemade or store-bought)
  • Hummus, 1/2 cup
  • Cucumber, 1 small, thinly sliced
  • Cherry tomatoes, 1 pint, halved
  • Crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
  • Fresh dill and parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Method
 

  1. Combine olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and cumin in a bowl to create a marinade.
  2. Submerge chicken thighs and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Add half the chopped red onion to the marinade and let sit for 5 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly oil.
  5. Transfer chicken and onions to the tray, spacing them evenly for browning.
  6. Roast for 35 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest 10 minutes.
  7. Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions while chicken roasts.
  8. Prepare tzatziki: blend yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill, and salt to taste.
  9. Layer rice in bowls, top with sliced chicken, tzatziki, hummus, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red pepper flakes.
  10. Garnish with lemon zest and fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Let chicken rest after roasting to retain juices.
Prep components ahead (e.g., pre-season chicken overnight).
Customize with toppings like pickled vegetables or pita chips.
Use halal-certified chicken if preferred.
Adjust red pepper flakes based on spice tolerance.