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One Pot Shawarma Chicken and Rice

One Pot Shawarma Chicken and Rice for Easy Weeknight Delights

Enjoy this One Pot Shawarma Chicken and Rice, a delightful meal capturing the essence of Middle Eastern cuisine for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless chicken thighs Skinless for quicker cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Shawarma spice blend Authentic flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For searing
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion Any variety works
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
For the Base
  • 1 cup Basmati rice Rinsed
  • 2 cups Chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Chopped, optional
  • 2 pieces Lemon wedges For serving

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt, pepper, and shawarma spice blend. Rest for 15 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté sliced onion for 3-4 minutes until caramelized. Stir in minced garlic and shawarma spices, cooking for an additional minute.
  4. Add rinsed basmati rice, stir well, and pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom for flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Return seared chicken to the pot, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover tightly, and simmer for 18-20 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and keep covered for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Pair with a refreshing cucumber yogurt sauce for a delicious dinner experience.

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