Low Carb Chicken Shawarma Bowls
Low Carb Chicken Shawarma Bowls are a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines tender marinated chicken with fresh veggies and a creamy tahini sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep, this recipe offers a satisfying low-carb alternative that delights the senses. With its colorful presentation and delicious taste, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground paprika
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for veggies)
- 3 tbsp tahini
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare Veggies: Chop mixed vegetables and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat with olive oil. Cook marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together tahini and Greek yogurt until smooth; add water or lemon juice to thin if needed.
- Assemble Bowls: Slice cooked chicken and layer over veggies in bowls. Drizzle with tahini sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 386
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg