Description
Chicken Shawarma Tortilla Bowls are a delightful fusion of Middle Eastern flavors wrapped in crispy tortilla bowls. Each bite features tender, spiced chicken paired with fresh vegetables and a creamy yogurt sauce, making them the perfect crowd-pleasing dish for game day or any gathering. Easy to prepare and customize, these bowls offer a burst of flavor and texture that will leave your guests wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 5 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup diced cucumber
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Cook the Chicken: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill each chicken breast for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165?F). Let rest before slicing.
- 3. Prepare the Sauce: Mix Greek yogurt and lemon juice in a small bowl; season with salt to taste.
- 4. Assemble Your Bowls: Place shredded lettuce in tortilla bowls, top with sliced chicken, diced tomatoes, and cucumbers. Drizzle with yogurt sauce.
- 5. Serve and Enjoy: Present on platters or hand them out to guests for a fun game-day experience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tortilla bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg