One Pot Chicken Shawarma Rice
A comforting one-pot meal filled with smoky, garlicky flavors that makes weeknight dinners feel like a small personal victory.
Ingredients
For the chicken and rice
- 1 lb chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons shawarma spice mix Improvise with cumin, paprika, or coriander if needed
- 1 cup yogurt Optional but recommended
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent.
- Add the garlic and chicken slices. Sprinkle shawarma spice mix, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is browned.
- Stir in the rice and chicken broth, bringing to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
Serving
- In a small bowl, combine yogurt with salt to taste.
- Serve the rice and chicken topped with yogurt sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Let the dish rest off the heat for 5 minutes before serving. Brown rice can be used but will require adjustments in cooking time and liquid ratios.