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Chicken Shawarma Bowl Recipe: Quick and Flavorful
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Chicken Shawarma Bowl Recipe: Quick and Flavorful

A Mediterranean-inspired meal with bold spices, tender chicken, and fresh toppings. Roasted chicken thighs marinated in lemon and olive oil are served over rice with hummus, tzatziki, and crunchy vegetables for a vibrant, customizable dish ready in an hour.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6-8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 lemons, juiced
  • 6 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
  • 1 cup tzatziki
  • 1/2 cup hummus
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cucumbers, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C)
  2. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, cumin, and cinnamon in a bowl
  3. Trim chicken thighs and place in a zipper bag with marinade; refrigerate for at least 1 hour
  4. Start rice according to package instructions and mix tzatziki ingredients
  5. Place marinated chicken and chopped onion on a greased baking sheet
  6. Roast for 30-40 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F
  7. Layer rice in bowls, top with sliced chicken, vegetables, hummus, tzatziki, and feta

Notes

Butterfly chicken thighs for faster cooking
Use fresh lemon juice for maximum brightness
Substitute cauliflower rice for a low-carb option
Add roasted vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for more texture
Swap feta with za’atar-seasoned cheese for dietary preferences