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Healthy Chicken Shawarma Bowl

Healthy Chicken Shawarma Bowl for a Wholesome Feast

Enjoy a vibrant and nutritious Healthy Chicken Shawarma Bowl, blending flavors of grilled chicken and fresh Mediterranean ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken breast can substitute with turkey or tofu
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp ground paprika
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp ground cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp salt
For the Bowl
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice or couscous
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
For the Tahini Dressing
  • 1/4 cup tahini or sunflower seed paste
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp water adjust consistency
  • 1 tbsp extra olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Cutting Board
  • sharp knife
  • Medium bowl
  • small bowl
  • Pot
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the spices together until well blended.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and coat with the spice mixture.
  4. Spread the seasoned chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Cook the quinoa in boiling water according to package instructions, about 15 minutes.
  6. Chop the fresh veggies into bite-sized pieces.
  7. Finely chop parsley and cilantro for topping.
  8. Whisk tahini, lemon juice, water, olive oil, garlic powder, and cumin together in a small bowl.
  9. Assemble the bowl with quinoa, veggies, and baked chicken.
  10. Drizzle tahini dressing over the bowl and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Prepare components ahead of time for meal prep; store separately without mixing ingredients until serving.

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