Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Chicken Shawarma Crispy Rice Salad, a delightful Middle Eastern dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy recipe combines spiced grilled chicken with crispy rice, fresh vegetables, and a zesty tahini dressing, creating a satisfying meal everyone will love. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also versatile—allowing you to use seasonal ingredients or adjust the spices to suit your taste. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or looking for a healthy lunch option, this colorful salad is sure to impress.
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
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in olive oil and spices for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken until cooked through (6–8 minutes per side). Let rest before slicing.
- In a skillet, heat oil and crisp the cooled rice for 5–7 minutes until golden.
- Prepare the vegetables while the chicken rests and rice crisps.
- Whisk tahini dressing ingredients together; chill briefly.
- Assemble salad by layering crispy rice, sliced chicken, veggies, and dressing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg