One Pot Shawarma Chicken And Rice: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
Looking for a delicious and cozy meal that brings the family together? Try this One Pot Shawarma Chicken And Rice: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe! This dish is a personal favorite because it’s packed with vibrant flavors and is incredibly easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons shawarma spice blend
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground paprika
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs with shawarma spices and seasonings for at least 10 minutes.
- Sauté sliced onions in olive oil until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Brown the marinated chicken in the pot.
- Stir in rinsed basmati rice until coated with spices.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Let it rest covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (365g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 73g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 125mg