Description
Prepare delicious and healthy Chicken Shawarma Protein Meal Prep Bowls for your week. This recipe is perfect for high protein, low calorie, and balanced meals.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups cooked quinoa
- 2 cups chopped cucumber
- 2 cups chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup hummus
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, turmeric, coriander, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread chicken in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Divide quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion evenly among four meal prep containers.
- Top with cooked chicken.
- Serve with hummus and tzatziki sauce.
Notes
- You can prepare the chicken and quinoa ahead of time.
- Store the hummus and tzatziki sauce separately.
- Adjust the spices to your preference.
- Add other vegetables as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean