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meal prep chicken shawarma rice boxes recipe

Colorful Meal Prep Chicken Shawarma Rice Boxes

Owen ParkerOwen Parker
A delightful meal prep recipe that brings the flavors of Mediterranean chicken shawarma into convenient rice boxes, perfect for a healthy and easy lunch.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Course Lunch
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 boxes
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large mixing bowl
  • 1 non-stick skillet
  • 4 airtight meal prep containers

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Rice and Salad

  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to marinate.
  • Rinse basmati rice under cold water. In a pot, combine rice with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  • In a bowl, combine diced cucumber, tomatoes, parsley, and red onion. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine.

Serving

  • Divide the cooked rice evenly among the meal prep containers. Top with marinated chicken slices and a portion of salad. Seal containers and store in the refrigerator.

Storage

  • Keep the meal prep boxes in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to four days. Reheat before serving if desired.

Notes

Pro Tips: Let the chicken marinate overnight for enhanced flavor. Use an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Ingredient Substitutions: Substitute quinoa for rice if preferred.
How to Serve: Pair with warm pita bread or tzatziki sauce.
Storage & Freshness: Store in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the salad while the chicken marinates to save time.
Keyword Meal Prep, rice box, shawarma