Zesty Mediterranean Chicken Shawarma Bowls
Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

Tender, flavorful chicken shawarma served over a vibrant Mediterranean-style bowl with quinoa, roasted vegetables, and creamy tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs, garlic, lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, cumin, paprika, coriander, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the chicken evenly.
- 2
Heat the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, until cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing or shredding the chicken.


