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Healthy Chicken Shawarma Quinoa Bowls

A satisfying dish of tender marinated chicken, hearty quinoa, and fresh veggies topped with zesty tahini sauce, perfect for a nourishing meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced Use boneless, skinless chicken breast.
  • 2 tsp shawarma seasoning Store-bought or homemade.
  • Olive oil Olive oil For marinating and cooking.
For the Quinoa
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed Rinse under cold water.
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth Broth adds more flavor.
For the Veggies and Toppings
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp salt and pepper to taste Adjust to personal preference.
  • Tahini sauce Tahini sauce (optional) For drizzling on top.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken breast and shawarma seasoning. Drizzle in some olive oil, and toss to coat the chicken evenly. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Cook the Quinoa: Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer. In a large saucepan, bring the water or chicken broth to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed.
Cooking
  1. While the quinoa is cooking, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, add the marinated chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown.
Assembly
  1. While the chicken cooks, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley. Set them aside.
  2. In each serving bowl, scoop a generous amount of quinoa as the base. Top it with the cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley. Drizzle with tahini sauce, if desired.
Serving
  1. Enjoy your deliciously satisfying Healthy Chicken Shawarma Quinoa Bowls with friends and family!

Notes

Substitutions: For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with grilled veggies or chickpeas. Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking chicken to achieve a nice sear. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.