Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this One Pot Chicken Shawarma Rice, where tender, spiced chicken meets fluffy rice in a delightful, aromatic dish. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe combines savory spices and fresh herbs to create a meal that is both comforting and impressive. Experience the joy of cooking without the fuss and enjoy every delicious bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice (Basmati or Jasmine)
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Season the chicken: In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs with cumin, paprika, and turmeric until well-coated.
- Sauté the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft and golden.
- Cook the chicken: Add seasoned chicken to the pot and sear until golden brown on both sides.
- Cook the rice: Stir in rinsed rice and minced garlic; add chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Finish: Fluff rice with a fork; stir in lemon juice and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg