Description
This Chicken Shawarma Bowl is a flavorful and healthy meal featuring tender chicken shawarma, a vibrant mix of vegetables, and creamy tzatziki sauce. Served with a choice of grain and topped with feta, it’s the perfect balance of fresh and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of Trader Joe’s chicken shawarma thighs, cooked according to package instructions
- 1 box of Trader Joe’s chickpea and red lentil risoni, or grain of choice, cooked according to package instructions
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 English cucumber, sliced and halved
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, adjust to taste
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup olives of choice
- Juice of 1/2 a lemon
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- For a dairy-free option, replace feta with dairy-free cheese or omit altogether
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free grain like quinoa or brown rice
Instructions
- Cook the chicken shawarma thighs according to the package instructions and set aside.
- Prepare the chickpea and red lentil risoni (or your chosen grain) according to the package instructions, and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked grain, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and olives.
- Drizzle with lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Slice the cooked chicken shawarma and add it to the bowl.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese (or dairy-free cheese if preferred) and a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce.
- Sprinkle the fresh dill over the top for added flavor and freshness.
- Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- This bowl can be served warm or chilled, making it a versatile dish for any time of year.
- For extra flavor, feel free to add a sprinkle of za’atar or sumac on top of the chicken.
- For those who prefer a more substantial meal, you can add extra vegetables such as red onion or bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes (depending on cooking method for chicken and grain)
- Category: Main Course, Mediterranean
- Method: Cooking, Assembling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean