Description
One Pot Chicken Shawarma Rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken marinated in shawarma spices with fluffy rice, all cooked in one pot for a hassle-free meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons shawarma spice mix
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add chicken thighs to the pot and sprinkle with shawarma spice mix. Cook until chicken is browned on all sides.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.
- Add the basmati rice, stirring to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cover the pot and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the shawarma spices for a few hours or overnight.
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or peas for added nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for easy meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern