Harissa Chicken Bowl

A vibrant and comforting bowl filled with tender shredded chicken, wholesome brown rice, and crisp veggies drizzled with zesty harissa sauce, perfect for quick weeknight meals.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 500

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 cups cooked brown rice Cook according to package instructions, adding pinch of salt.
2 cups shredded chicken Seasoned and cooked until tender.
1 cup diced bell peppers For color and crunch.
1 cup sliced cucumbers For freshness.
1 cup julienned carrots Adds crunch.

Toppings

1/2 cup hummus Creamy base.
1/2 cup tzatziki Cool and refreshing.
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese For salty flavor.
3 tablespoons harissa sauce Adds a spicy kick.
1 tablespoon olive oil For drizzling and flavor.
to taste salt and pepper For seasoning.

Method

Cooking Rice and Chicken

Cook the brown rice according to the package instructions, adding a pinch of salt to the water for flavor.
Season and cook the chicken until tender, either by pan-searing on medium heat or using a slow cooker with salt, pepper, and olive oil for an hour. Shred the cooked chicken.

Assembling the Bowl

Start with a scoop of fluffy brown rice in each bowl.
Top with shredded chicken.
Add diced bell peppers, sliced cucumbers, and julienned carrots.
Dollop with hummus and tzatziki, then sprinkle with feta cheese.
Drizzle with harissa sauce and olive oil, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3 days. To keep rice from drying out when reheating, add a splash of water. For a vegetarian option, swap chicken for chickpeas.

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