Description
A delightful blend of flavors with marinated chicken, fluffy rice, and fresh vegetables, topped with tahini sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup chopped vegetables (e.g., tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers)
- 1/2 cup tahini sauce or yogurt for drizzling
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil with cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs, coating them well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice it into strips.
- In a bowl or plate, layer the cooked rice, chopped veggies, and sliced chicken.
- Drizzle with tahini sauce or yogurt and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
Marinate chicken for longer for enhanced flavor and customize the vegetables based on preference.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg