Easy Keto Shawarma Chicken Bowls with Creamy Garlic Tahini Sauce
Easy Keto Shawarma Chicken Bowls with Creamy Garlic Tahini Sauce are a delightful fusion of bold spices and wholesome ingredients. This recipe features succulent, marinated chicken nestled atop a bed of fresh greens or cauliflower rice, drizzled with a rich tahini sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, these bowls are not only satisfying but also packed with flavor and nutrition. Enjoy a taste of street food right at home!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp shawarma spice blend
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup tahini
- Water (as needed for sauce consistency)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, mix olive oil, shawarma spice blend, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3. Roast the Chicken: Spread marinated chicken on the baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- 4. Prepare the Tahini Sauce: In a bowl, whisk tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, and water until smooth.
- 5. Assemble the Bowls: Layer greens or cauliflower rice in serving bowls, top with roasted chicken, and drizzle with tahini sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg