Description
This One Pot Shawarma Chicken and Rice recipe is packed with bold Middle Eastern spices, offering a hassle-free, flavorful dish all in one pan. It’s easy to prepare and makes a delicious, aromatic meal for any night of the week.
Ingredients
6 boneless skinless chicken thighs, raw (approx. 600g or 21oz), trimmed of visible fat
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp ground coriander
2 tsp paprika
1 tsp smoked paprika
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp ground cardamom
1/4 tsp chili flakes (red pepper flakes) – can adjust to taste
1.5 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, halved and finely sliced
3 cloves garlic, crushed
180g (1 cup) uncooked long grain rice
2 cups (480ml) chicken stock (hot)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
1/2 tsp dried dill
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken: Slice the chicken thighs in half horizontally. Add the chicken to a bowl with the seasonings and lemon juice. Mix well until the chicken is fully coated with the spices.
Sear the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large, deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken thighs to the pan and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown. During the second flip, scatter the chopped onion and minced garlic between the chicken thighs.
Cook the Rice: Add the rice to the pan with the chicken and cook for about 1 minute, stirring occasionally until the rice becomes translucent. Pour in the hot chicken stock and gently stir to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Simmer and Steam: Allow the mixture to simmer uncovered until the stock is absorbed by the rice. Do not stir during this period. Once the stock is absorbed, cover the pan with a lid, turn off the heat, and let it steam for 12 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid during this time.
Season and Garnish: After 12 minutes, carefully remove the lid. Taste the dish and season with salt and black pepper as needed. Stir in the fresh parsley and dried dill.
Serve: Serve the Shawarma Chicken and Rice with your choice of sides and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
