Description
Chicken Shawarma Crispy Rice Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings the bold flavors of the Middle East to your dinner table. Featuring tender, spiced chicken served over golden, crispy rice, this salad is adorned with fresh vegetables and drizzled with a tangy tahini dressing. It’s perfect for weeknight meals, family gatherings, or entertaining guests. With its delightful combination of textures and tastes, this recipe not only nourishes but also impresses with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 cups cooked rice (cooled)
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- ½ red onion, sliced
- ¼ cup tahini
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp turmeric
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- Marinate chicken by mixing olive oil and spices in a bowl. Coat chicken thoroughly and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Grill or pan-sear the marinated chicken for about 7–10 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Let it rest before slicing.
- Crisp the cooled rice in a skillet over medium heat with olive oil until golden brown.
- Prepare vegetables by dicing cucumber and tomatoes while slicing red onion.
- Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, and water to create a creamy dressing.
- Assemble the salad by layering crispy rice at the bottom and topping with sliced chicken, vegetables, herbs, and dressing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg