Grilled Chicken Shawarma Bowl
A flavorful and healthy Middle Eastern-inspired dish featuring marinated grilled chicken served over rice or pita with fresh vegetables and tahini sauce.
Ingredients
Protein
- 3-4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Dairy
- 1 cup plain yogurt
Garlic & Citrus
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- ΒΌ cup fresh lemon juice
Spices
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp turmeric
Vegetables & Herbs
- to taste salt and pepper
- as needed oil for grilling
- to taste salt and pepper
Vegetables
- 1 cup diced fresh tomatoes
- 1 cup diced fresh cucumbers
- a handful chopped fresh parsley
- a handful chopped fresh mint
Sauces
- to taste Tahini sauce
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, spices, salt, and pepper for at least one hour.
- Preheat grill to medium-high, oil the grates, and grill chicken 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Rest the chicken.
- Whisk tahini with lemon juice and water to make a dressing.
- Chop tomatoes, cucumbers, parsley, and mint; mix vegetables with herbs.
- Slice rested chicken thinly and assemble bowls with rice or pita, vegetables, chicken, and tahini sauce.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for better flavor and ensure proper grilling for juicy results.