One Pot Shawarma Chicken And Rice: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
If you’re seeking a delicious and comforting meal that’s effortless to prepare, look no further than One Pot Shawarma Chicken And Rice: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe. This dish combines tender chicken thighs marinated in aromatic shawarma spices with fluffy basmati rice, all cooked together in one pot for maximum flavor and minimal cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe serves up vibrant Middle Eastern flavors that are sure to impress everyone at the table. Plus, with customizable options and great for meal prep, you’ll find yourself making this dish again and again!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 large onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- Shawarma spice blend (including cumin, paprika, cinnamon)
- Olive oil
- Fresh parsley and lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs with shawarma spices, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper for at least 10 minutes.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté sliced onions until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add marinated chicken thighs and cook until browned on all sides.
- Stir in rinsed basmati rice until well-coated with spices.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is fluffy and chicken is cooked through.
- Let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 120mg