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A bed of fragrant, fluffy rice provides a base for the shawarma, absorbing the savory juices and spices, creating a harmonious balance.

Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowls

Fatimah
A divine combination of chicken shawarma, rice, and salad with white sauce, came together to create an innovative dish.
5 from 15 Ratings
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Servings 3
Calories 2402 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1 pound chicken breast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1½ tablespoons yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • ½ teaspoon Aleppo pepper sub-paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon shawarma spices

For the Rice

  • 1 cup Basmati rice washed and soaked for 20 minutes
  • 1½ teaspoons salt
  • ¾ teaspoon turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons oil of choice
  • 2 cups Hot water

For the White Sauce

  • ½ cup mayo
  • 1 cup greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic or 2 tablespoons garlic sauce
  • salt to taste

For the Toppings

  • sumac onions
  • Middle Eastern pickled cucumbers
  • pickled turnips
  • tomato and cucumber salad

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, add the spices, oil, and yogurt to the chicken breast and mix until all is combined. Cook on a pan on medium high heat for about 4–5 minutes on each side, then let it rest for 10 minutes before cutting.
  • Make sure to wash the rice and soak it for 20 minutes beforehand.
  • Drain the rice and add the oil to a pot on high heat, then add the drained rice and the spices, and mix well.
  • Add the hot water and let it boil for 5 minutes before reducing the heat to low. Then cover it and let it cook for 15-20 minutes until the water is evaporated and the rice is fluffy.
  • Combine all the ingredients of the white sauce in a small bowl and whisk together until smooth.
  • Top the rice with chicken, cucumber and tomato salad, your favorite toppings, and white sauce. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can find shawarma spice online or in Middle Eastern grocery stores.
  • Turmeric is added just for the color.
  • Cut chicken shawarma breasts thinly after cooking them. A clever way to keep chicken juicy!
  • While the rice is cooking, don't uncover the pot or stir the rice.
  • Make sure to wash the rice and soak it for 20 minutes beforehand.
  • No marinating is required since this is a quick dish.

Nutrition

Calories: 2402kcalCarbohydrates: 171gProtein: 136gFat: 127gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 55gMonounsaturated Fat: 44gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 348mgSodium: 7166mgPotassium: 2489mgFiber: 6gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 527IUVitamin C: 26mgCalcium: 408mgIron: 6mg
Keyword Chicken Shawarma, Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowls, Shawarma and Rice, Shawarma Rice Bowls
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