Description
Chicken Shawarma Rice is a flavorful Middle Eastern dish that combines marinated chicken with seasoned rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken thighs to the marinade and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a pot, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned on both sides.
- Add the rinsed rice to the pot with the chicken.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust spices according to your taste.
- Serve with a side of garlic sauce or tahini.
- This dish can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Chicken Shawarma Rice, Middle Eastern, Chicken, Rice