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Shawarma Rice with White Sauce

Delicious Shawarma Rice with White Sauce in One Pot!

Enjoy this flavorful Shawarma Rice with White Sauce, a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken thighs or chicken breasts for a leaner option
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon a pinch enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for searing
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric omit for a more subdued color
For the Rice
  • 1.5 cups basmati rice rinsed
  • 3 cups water
For the White Sauce
  • 1 cup plain yogurt or Greek yogurt
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder optional
  • 1 tablespoon tahini optional

Equipment

  • Large high-sided pan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Marinate the chicken thighs with cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Let it rest for at least 10 minutes, preferably overnight.
  2. Sear the marinated chicken thighs in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes each side. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté the chopped onion in the same pan until translucent and caramelized, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic and leftover spices from the marinade, sauté for 2 minutes.
  5. Add the rinsed basmati rice and toss to coat with the mixture. Cook for 1 minute until glistening.
  6. Return the chicken to the pan, pour in water, bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  7. While cooking, whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and any salt or chili powder for the white sauce.
  8. After cooking, fluff the rice, serve warm with the white sauce drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the chicken overnight and use a high-sided pan for cooking.

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