Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Healthy Chicken Shawarma Bowls, a delightful meal inspired by classic Middle Eastern cuisine. This nourishing dish features tender, spice-marinated chicken served over a bed of wholesome grains like quinoa or brown rice. Topped with colorful vegetables and drizzled with a creamy tahini yogurt sauce, these bowls are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this recipe caters to various dietary preferences and can easily be customized with your favorite ingredients. Enjoy a balanced meal that’s ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Pinch of salt
- 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons water (more as needed)
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Mix olive oil, spices, lemon juice in a bowl; add chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roast onions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice onion, toss with olive oil and salt, and roast for 15–20 minutes until caramelized.
- Cook chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium heat and cook marinated chicken for about 6–7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Prepare tahini sauce: Whisk together Greek yogurt, tahini, water, and salt until smooth.
- Assemble bowls: Divide grains among bowls; top with sliced chicken, roasted onions, and fresh veggies. Drizzle with tahini sauce and garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Roasting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 635mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 130mg