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Trader Joe’s Chicken Shawarma with Lemon Rice

Trader Joe’s Chicken Shawarma with Lemon Rice Made Easy

Enjoy a vibrant Trader Joe’s Chicken Shawarma with Lemon Rice dish that's both quick and customizable for gluten-free and vegetarian tastes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Bowls
  • 1 package Trader Joe's Chicken Shawarma Substitute with homemade shawarma or falafel for vegetarian options.
  • 1 cup Lemon Rice Made with rice and fresh lemon juice.
  • 1 cup Cabbage Fresh green or red cabbage, or coleslaw mix.
  • ½ cup Feta Cheese Use crumbled feta or a vegan alternative.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Consider pickled cucumbers for a tangy twist.
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Greek Yogurt Swap with dairy-free yogurt if vegan.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Adds richness.
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar (white or apple cider) Used to marinate cabbage.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Air Fryer
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • small bowl

Method
 

Directions
  1. Rinse 1 cup of rice under cold water until clear, then drain. In a saucepan, combine rice with 2 cups water, salt, and lemon juice. Bring to boil, reduce to simmer, cover, and cook for 18-20 minutes.
  2. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (or oven to 425°F). Arrange Chicken Shawarma in a single layer and cook for 10-15 minutes in air fryer or 15-20 minutes in oven, flipping halfway until crispy and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Chop 1 cup of cabbage and dice one cucumber. Keep all ingredients handy.
  4. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, vinegar, and spices. Stir to create the dressing.
  5. In each bowl, start with lemon rice, layer with chicken, cabbage, cucumber, drizzle yogurt sauce, and finish with feta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in separate containers to maintain freshness. Toast spices before cooking for enhanced flavor.

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