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One Pot Shawarma Chicken and Rice Recipe

One Pot Shawarma Chicken and Rice Recipe

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: SERVES 4
  • Category: Stovetop
  • Method: Stovetop

Description

A flavorful and aromatic one-pot dish featuring tender shawarma-spiced chicken and fragrant long grain rice, cooked together to perfection.


Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of visible fat – approx 600g (21oz)
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1/4 tsp chilli flakes (red pepper flakes)
  • 1.5 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Rice:

  • 1 medium onion, halved and finely sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 180g (1 cup) uncooked long grain rice
  • 2 cups (480ml) chicken stock (hot)
  • 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
  • 1/2 tsp dried dill

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Slice chicken thighs horizontally, coat with seasonings and lemon juice.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Fry chicken in olive oil until golden, adding onion and garlic.
  3. Cook Rice: Add rice to the pan and cook until translucent, then pour in chicken stock.
  4. Simmer and Steam: Let it bubble until stock is absorbed, then cover and steam for 12 minutes.
  5. Season and Garnish: Adjust seasoning, stir in parsley and dill.
  6. Serve: Enjoy the Shawarma Chicken and Rice with your favorite sides.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: Approx. 420
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg