Chicken Shawarma Bowls

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic, minced, divided
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 1/2 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 1/4 tsp salt, divided
• 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp tahini
• 2 cups cooked basmati or jasmine rice
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, turmeric, cayenne, and 1 teaspoon salt.
2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, tossing to coat every piece evenly, then cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes or up to overnight.
3. Preheat the oven to 425F and line a sheet pan with foil, brushing it lightly with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
4. Arrange the marinated chicken thighs in a single layer on the pan and roast for 22 to 25 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the edges are charred and a thermometer reads 165F in the thickest piece.
5. While the chicken roasts, whisk together the Greek yogurt, tahini, remaining 1 minced garlic clove, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl, adding 1 to 2 tablespoons water until the sauce is pourable but still thick.
6. Taste the sauce and adjust with a pinch more salt or a squeeze of lemon if it tastes flat; it should be tangy and garlicky.
7. Let the roasted chicken rest for 5 minutes so the juices redistribute, then slice it into thin strips against the grain.
8. Divide the rice among four bowls, then top each with sliced chicken, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
9. Drizzle each bowl generously with the garlic-tahini yogurt sauce and scatter fresh parsley over the top before serving.

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Why You'll Love This

• Bold Middle Eastern spice blend
• Cool creamy sauce balances the heat
• Meal-prep friendly

Nutrition

Nutrition values are estimated per serving based on the ingredients used.