Description
One Pot Shawarma Chicken and Rice is a delicious, low-calorie meal perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Chicken Thighs (Can substitute with chicken breasts)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (Lime juice can be used)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Can use canola or vegetable oil)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin (Cumin seeds can be used)
- 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander (Fresh cilantro can be used)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (Smoked paprika offers richer taste)
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric (Can omit for lighter color)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cardamom (Garam masala can substitute)
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili Flakes (Adjust for spice level)
- 1 cup Long Grain Rice (Basmati rice can be used)
- 2 cups Chicken Stock (Vegetable broth as alternative)
- 1 medium Onion (Can substitute with green onions)
- 3 cloves Garlic (Garlic powder can replace)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley (Can substitute other fresh herbs)
- 1 teaspoon Dried Dill (Omit if unavailable)
Instructions
- Slice the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in a mixing bowl. Add lemon juice, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, turmeric, ground cardamom, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Toss together and let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer and sear for 5-7 minutes until golden. Add chopped onion and minced garlic halfway through, cooking until the onion is soft.
- Stir in the long grain rice for 2 minutes until the grains become translucent. Slowly pour in hot chicken stock while scraping the pan to release flavorful bits.
- Increase heat to a gentle boil, then reduce to low and cover. Simmer for 12 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Remove lid and fluff rice with a fork. Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in fresh parsley and dried dill gently.
- Serve generous portions warm, alongside salad or garlic mayo for a delightful meal.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels by modifying chili flakes.
- Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
- This dish pairs well with yogurt or tzatziki.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: One Pot Shawarma Chicken, Chicken Rice, Weeknight Dinner