Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons shawarma spice mix
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumbers
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
- Optional: hummus, tahini, or yogurt sauce
Instructions
- Start by slicing the chicken breasts into thin strips. In a bowl, combine the shawarma spice mix and olive oil, then coat the chicken pieces thoroughly. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken strips and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare cooked rice or quinoa according to package instructions. In a large bowl, layer the grains, cooked chicken shawarma, chopped cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onions.
- Drizzle with tahini or yogurt sauce for added flavor. Garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken overnight for a deeper flavor.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for an authentic smoky taste.
- Adjust spice level by adding more paprika or cayenne pepper.
- Make your own shawarma spice mix for a customized flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
