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Shawarma Chicken and Rice

Savory Shawarma Chicken and Rice for Quick Mediterranean Bliss

This Shawarma Chicken and Rice recipe is a quick and flavorful one-pot meal that brings Mediterranean bliss to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken thighs substitute with chicken breasts for a leaner option
  • 1 tablespoon shawarma spice blend essential for authentic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin adds earthy depth
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika introduces mild heat
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon lends warmth
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Rice
  • 1 cup basmati rice rinse well for fluffiness
  • 3 cups chicken broth replace with vegetable broth for vegetarian option
For the Aromatics
  • 1 large onion yellow or white onions work best
  • 4 cloves garlic opt for fresh but jarred works fine
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil if preferred
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley for garnish
  • 1 lemon lemon wedges to serve

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate chicken by combining with shawarma spice blend, ground cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté chopped onions for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the marinated chicken to the pot and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
  5. Stir in rinsed basmati rice and cook for another minute to mix flavors.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes until the rice is cooked and absorbed the broth.
  8. Fluff the rice with a fork and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat with a splash of broth if necessary.

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