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Chicken Shawarma Potato Bowls

Chicken Shawarma
Chicken Shawarma Potato Bowls - Part 1
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By Smith’s Chef Jeff Jackson

Crispy roasted potatoes meet flavorful marinated chicken in this Mediterranean-inspired bowl, topped with fresh veggies and a tangy garlic sauce. It’s a hearty, easy-to-make weeknight meal that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients

For the chicken:

  • 1 lb. boneless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp. minced garlic
  • 1 ½ tsp. allspice
  • 1 tsp. coriander
  • 1 ½ tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • ½ tsp. pepper
  • 1 tsp. sumac
  • ¼ tsp. turmeric

For the potatoes:

  • 2–3 lbs. gold potatoes, chopped
  • 3 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt
  • ½ tsp. pepper

For the sauce:

  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • ⅓ cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp. minced garlic
  • 1 tsp. sugar
  • 2 tsp. lemon juice
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • ¼ tsp. pepper
  • ¼ cup water

For topping:

  • Shredded lettuce
  • Halved cherry tomatoes

Directions

  1. Marinate the chicken:
    Place chicken in a resealable bag. Add olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices. Mix well, seal, and marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  2. Roast the potatoes:
    Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss chopped potatoes with olive oil, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast 40–45 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
  3. Make the sauce:
    In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, sugar, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and water. Set aside.
  4. Cook the chicken:
    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of oil. Cook chicken (including marinade) for 3–4 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F. Let rest before slicing.
  5. Assemble the bowls:
    Layer roasted potatoes in a bowl, then add sliced chicken, lettuce, and tomatoes. Drizzle generously with sauce and serve warm.