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One Pot Shawarma Chicken And Rice

One Pot Shawarma Chicken and Rice for a Cozy Dinner

One Pot Shawarma Chicken and Rice is a comforting dish that combines marinated chicken, basmati rice, and spices for a cozy dinner experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs Juicy texture; substitute chicken breasts with adjusted cooking time
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onions work best
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use fresh minced garlic for best effect
For the Spices
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cumin Essential for authentic shawarma flavor
  • 1 tbsp Ground Coriander Offers subtle citrus notes
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika Adds smokiness; adjust for taste
  • 1 tsp Ground Turmeric Infuses color; omit if unavailable
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Adjust based on personal taste
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential seasoning
For the Rice and Liquids
  • 1 cup Basmati Rice Rinse before cooking
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
For the Add-Ins
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained; can be omitted
  • to taste Fresh Parsley For garnish; can use cilantro
  • to taste Lemon Juice Brightens flavor
  • optional Plain Yogurt For creaminess

Equipment

  • large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Marinate chicken by rubbing spice mixture over chicken thighs, letting it sit for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat and brown the marinated chicken thighs for 4–5 minutes per side.
  3. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in the pot until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
  4. Add rinsed basmati rice and toast for 1–2 minutes.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, add chickpeas, and place browned chicken on top. Do not stir.
  6. Cover and simmer on low for about 20 minutes until rice is cooked and chicken is done.
  7. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  8. Finish with parsley and lemon juice, and serve with yogurt and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for deeper flavor. Rinse rice to ensure fluffy grains.

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