Ingredients
For the Chicken Shawarma:
1 lb (450g) boneless chicken thighs or breasts, sliced thin
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (optional for tenderness)
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp cayenne (optional for heat)
1/2 tsp salt + black pepper to taste
Juice of 1/2 lemon
For the Bowl Base:
Cooked brown rice, quinoa, couscous, or cauliflower rice
Mixed greens or shredded romaine
Cherry tomatoes, halved
Cucumber, diced
Red onion, thinly sliced or pickled
Fresh parsley or mint, chopped
Optional: olives or feta
For the Light Yogurt Garlic Sauce:
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 clove garlic, finely grated
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste
Optional: pinch of cumin or sumac
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken:
In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, yogurt, and all spices.
Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best flavor.
2. Cook the Chicken:
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
Let rest, then slice or dice.
3. Make the Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients. Adjust seasoning to taste.
4. Assemble the Bowl:
Start with your base (rice, quinoa, greens).
Top with sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, herbs, and extras like feta or olives.
Drizzle with yogurt garlic sauce and finish with a squeeze of lemon.
Why It’s Healthy:
High in protein
Balanced with complex carbs and healthy fats
Loaded with fiber and vitamins from fresh veggies