Chicken Shawarma Grain Bowls

Name: Chicken Shawarma Grain Bowls
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 pound boneless chicken thighs; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 teaspoon coriander; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/4 teaspoon cardamom; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (optional); 1 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 Tablespoons lemon juice; 2 Tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa; 1 small red onion, sliced (optional); 1-2 cups sliced tomatoes; 2 cups chopped lettuce or spinach; 1 medium cucumber, sliced; 1-2 medium whole wheat pita; fresh parsley (to taste, garnish); 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 teaspoons fresh dill (or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill); 1 teaspoon water or white wine vinegar (to thin the dressing)

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:35min

These Chicken Shawarma Grain Bowls are the perfect weeknight dinner! Bright and flavorful with a delicious blend of herbs and spices, then paired with just the right amount of tang, this bowl recipe gives you a healthy meal that's anything but ordinary. Pair this chicken shawarma recipe with cucumbers, tomatoes, quinoa, feta, a creamy dill yogurt sauce, and pita bread for a truly incredible dinner or make-ahead lunch!

Updated at: Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:18:39 GMT