Savor 2-Hour Grilled Chicken Shawarma Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Savor 2-Hour Grilled Chicken Shawarma Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce present a delicious fusion of succulent grilled chicken, a zesty garlic sauce, and fresh vegetables served over a hearty base of rice or quinoa. This recipe embodies vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, making it perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or impressing guests at gatherings. With quick preparation time and customizable components, these bowls are not only nutritious but also an exciting addition to your dinner rotation.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp tahini
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with olive oil, lemon juice, spices in a bowl for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prepare the garlic sauce by mixing yogurt, minced garlic, tahini, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Assemble bowls starting with rice or quinoa topped with sliced chicken and fresh veggies.
- Drizzle creamy garlic sauce over the top and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg