Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of this Chicken Shawarma Bowl, featuring marinated grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tahini sauce. This nutritious dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Customize it with your favorite toppings for a delightful and satisfying meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup tahini
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Water as needed for sauce consistency
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Cover and marinate for at least 15 minutes or overnight.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for about 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- While the chicken cooks, whisk tahini with lemon juice and gradually add water until desired consistency is reached. Season with salt.
- Slice the grilled chicken thinly. Serve over grains or greens with diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, and drizzle with tahini sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg