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Chicken Shawarma Bowl

This chicken shawarma bowl is packed with juicy, spiced chicken, fluffy turmeric rice, crisp lettuce, refreshing Shirazi salad, creamy hummus, and garlicky Toum. It's bursting with flavor and perfect for meal prep!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Marinate Time
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs 45 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 713 kcal
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Ingredients

Chicken
  • 1 ½ - 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice about 1 lemon
  • 2 Tablespoons avocado or olive oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cardamom
  • ½ teaspoon ground pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Bowl
  • 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce or baby spinach
  • 4-8 Tablespoons hummus
  • 4-8 Tablespoons store-bought garlic sauce Toum
  • Turmeric Rice
  • Shirazi Salad

Instructions

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  1. Marinate chicken in lemon juice, oil and spices overnight or for at least 4 hours in the fridge.
  2. Preheat oven to 425F. Remove chicken from marinade and add to a large baking pan. Discard remaining marinade. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165F. You can broil for the last 2 minutes for some extra color and crispness. Let chicken rest on a cutting board for a few minutes, then slice thinly. Return chicken to pan, mix with extra juices. Serve and enjoy!
  3. While the chicken is baking, cook the turmeric rice and prepare the salad.
  4. To assemble bowls, divide the rice between four bowls, followed by 4 ounces of the chicken, 1 cup romaine, ¼ cup of the salad, 1-2 Tablespoons hummus and 1-2 Tablespoons garlic sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Storing:  Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Keep the other bowl components (rice, salad, sauces) in separate containers to maintain freshness.
  • Reheating: Warm the chicken in a skillet over medium heat for a few minutes, or microwave it in short intervals until heated through. If it seems dry, add a splash of water or broth.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 bowl Calories 713kcal (36%) Carbohydrates 62g (21%) Protein 42g (84%) Fat 34g (52%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 11g Cholesterol 158mg (53%) Sodium 1196mg (50%) Potassium 1132mg (32%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 9g (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 713

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 bowl
Calories 713kcal 36%
Carbohydrates 62g 21%
Protein 42g 84%
Fat 34g 52%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 11g 55%
Cholesterol 158mg 53%
Sodium 1196mg 50%
Potassium 1132mg 24%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 9g 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.