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Grilled Chicken Shawarma Bowl


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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Savor the bold flavors of grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and a creamy tahini sauce in this easy-to-make Mediterranean delight that’s perfect for any meal.


Ingredients

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  • 3–4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1 cup Plain Yogurt
  • 3 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • ¼ cup Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 2 tsp Cumin
  • 2 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • Fresh Tomatoes and Cucumbers, diced
  • Tahini Sauce
  • Fresh Parsley and Mint, chopped

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken in yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper for at least one hour.
  2. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C) and lightly oil the grates.
  3. Grill marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F/75°C).
  4. While chicken grills, whisk tahini paste with lemon juice and water until smooth.
  5. Chop tomatoes and cucumbers; mix with parsley and mint.
  6. After resting the grilled chicken, slice it thinly against the grain. Assemble bowls with rice or pita topped with veggies and tahini sauce.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
  • Calories: 540
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 840mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg