Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Bowl
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
313 kcal
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Cuisine
American, Middle Eastern
Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Bowl
Description
The Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Bowl features bite-sized chicken thigh pieces marinated in a robust mix of Middle Eastern spices including oregano, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, and allspice. Cooking the chicken in an air fryer ensures a juicy interior with a slight crisp on the edges without drying out the meat. The bowl is assembled starting with cooked cauliflower rice and fresh salad greens as a base, topped with olives, sliced cucumbers, and halved grape tomatoes that bring freshness and texture contrast. The optional yogurt-lemon dressing provides a cool tang that balances the spice of the chicken.
This dish serves well as a wholesome lunch or dinner bowl that incorporates protein, vegetables, and a grain alternative with cauliflower rice. The combination is flexible for customization by adding tahini, hummus, or flatbread on the side for added richness or carbs.
The recipe suggests marinating the chicken from 30 minutes up to overnight to deepen flavor. Using chicken thighs is key to keeping the meat tender and juicy after air frying. The dressing is simple, mixing nonfat Greek yogurt with fresh lemon juice, and seasoned lightly with oregano. The bowl can be assembled quickly once the chicken is cooked and vegetables are prepped.
Ingredients
For the Shawarma:
- 1 lb chicken thighs cut into bite-size chunks, 45 kg, boneless, skinless
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp Coriander
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp allspice
For the bowl:
- 1.5 cup grape tomatoes halved, aka cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup cauliflower rice cooked
- 1 cucumber sliced, small, English
- 2 cups salad greens
- 1 cup olive pitted
For the dressing (optional):
- 1 cup Greek yogurt nonfat
- 2-3 tbsp lemon juice
- pinch oregano for garnish
Instructions
Instructions:
- Mix together oregano, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, salt and allspice in a small bowl.
- Combine chicken, vegetable oil and Shawarma spice mix and toss until chicken is coated. Let the chicken marinate at room temperature for 30mins, or cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat the air fyer to 350 F / 170 C.
- Add chicken to the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 12-15 mins, shaking the basket at least once.
- To make the optional yogurt dressing, whisk together Greek yogurt and lemon juice in a small bowl or measuring cup.
- Assemble individual bowls by layering cauliflower rice, salad greens, cucumber, tomatoes, olives and chicken shawarma. Top with the yogurt dressing, if desired.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs to keep the meat moist and flavorful after air frying.
- Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for stronger flavor.
- This bowl can be customized with additions like tahini, hummus, or flat bread.
- Cook the chicken in an air fryer at 350°F for 12-15 minutes, shaking once for even cooking.
- The optional yogurt dressing adds a fresh, tangy contrast to the warm spices.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 313 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 313kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 110mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 1251mg | 52% |
| Potassium | 757mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 740IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 42.5mg | 47% |
| Calcium | 131mg | 13% |
| Iron | 2.6mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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