Description
One Pot Shawarma Chicken and Rice is a delightful and aromatic dish that brings together succulent marinated chicken, fluffy basmati rice, and vibrant spices—all cooked in one pot for easy cleanup. Ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe combines rich flavors with simple preparation techniques. With its colorful presentation and comforting aroma, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons shawarma spice blend
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh cilantro or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Chop onions, garlic, and bell peppers.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil; sauté onions and garlic until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Add chicken thighs and shawarma spice blend; sear until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in basmati rice to coat with spices; allow to toast slightly.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice; bring to a boil while scraping up any browned bits.
- Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for about 20 minutes until rice absorbs all liquid.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg