Description
Enjoy a healthy and flavorful grilled chicken shawarma bowl topped with a creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for a quick and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced cucumber
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, mix chicken with olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, and lemon juice for the sauce.
- Assemble bowls with quinoa, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, and sliced chicken.
- Drizzle with creamy garlic sauce before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for 30 minutes before grilling.
- Use whole wheat pita bread instead of quinoa for a traditional touch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern