One Pot Shawarma Chicken And Rice
Experience the ultimate comfort with this One Pot Shawarma Chicken And Rice: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe. This dish marries tender, marinated chicken thighs with fluffy basmati rice, all infused with a fragrant blend of shawarma spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it fills your kitchen with inviting aromas and satisfies even the pickiest eaters. Plus, as a one-pot wonder, it means minimal cleanup! Serve it up with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon for a burst of brightness. Enjoy this delicious meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- 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
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 large onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons shawarma spice blend
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground paprika
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with shawarma spice blend, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper for at least 10 minutes (up to 2 hours for best flavor).
- Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté sliced onions until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Incorporate marinated chicken thighs and cook until browned.
- Stir in rinsed basmati rice until coated in spices.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Fluff rice before serving and garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg