Description
One Pot Chicken Shawarma Rice is a bold and comforting Middle Eastern-inspired dish combining juicy marinated chicken with fragrant basmati rice, all cooked together in one pot for maximum flavor and minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of half a lemon
- For the Rice:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1.5 cups basmati rice, rinsed and soaked
- 2.5 cups chicken broth or water
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
- Salt to taste
- Optional Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
- Toasted almonds or pine nuts
- Yogurt sauce or tahini
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, olive oil, garlic, spices, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat الزيت in a large pot and sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion until soft, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add drained rice and stir for 1–2 minutes. Mix in turmeric and salt.
- Pour in broth, bring to a boil, then return chicken to the pot.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Let rest 5–10 minutes, then fluff and serve.
Notes
- Soaking rice helps achieve fluffy texture.
- Chicken thighs are juicier than breast.
- Marination enhances flavor significantly.
- Customize with veggies or spices as desired.
- Perfect for meal prep and leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern