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Shawarma Chicken And Rice

Savory Shawarma Chicken and Rice: Your Easy One-Pot Dinner

Enjoy a delicious homemade Shawarma Chicken and Rice that brings vibrant flavors to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with any neutral oil if preferred.
  • 1 pounds Chicken Thighs Provides juiciness and flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Essential for the shawarma seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander Delivers a bright, citrusy note.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Enhances the dish with mild sweetness.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Turmeric Offers beautiful color.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Contributes warmth to the spice blend.
  • ½ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Provides adjustable heat.
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential seasoning.
For the Aromatics and Rice
  • 1 Onion Diced.
  • 3 Garlic Cloves Minced.
  • 1 cup Basmati Rice Rinsed.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Can substitute with vegetable broth.
For the Finish
  • 2 Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • 1 Lemon Wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high until shimmering.
  2. Combine spices in a bowl and coat the chicken thighs with the mixture.
  3. Brown the spiced chicken thighs in the pot for 5-7 minutes on all sides.
  4. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic in the same pot for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Stir in the rinsed basmati rice and sauté for about 2 minutes.
  6. Return the browned chicken to the pot, mixing with the rice.
  7. Add chicken broth, bring to a boil for 5-7 minutes.
  8. Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and let it rest covered for 10 minutes.
  10. Fluff the rice and chicken, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make sure to rinse basmati rice for perfect texture. Adjust cayenne pepper to match heat preference.

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