Chicken Shawarma Crispy Rice Salad: A Flavorful Healthy Feast

Explore the vibrant Chicken Shawarma Crispy Rice Salad, a healthy and quick dish that blends Middle Eastern flavors with crispy rice.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Chicken Breast boneless, skinless
2 tablespoons Shawarma Spice Mix or homemade blend
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
2 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin preferred

For the Rice

3 cups Cooked Rice white or brown
2 tablespoons Olive Oil

For the Vegetables

1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
1 cup Cucumber diced
1 small Red Onion sliced
1/4 cup Parsley chopped

For the Dressing

1/4 cup Tahini
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed

Equipment

Skillet
mixing bowl
small bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine chicken breast pieces with shawarma spice mix, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
In a separate pan, heat olive oil and fry the cooked rice until crispy for 5-8 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley. Toss gently.
In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust thickness with water if needed.
To serve, layer crispy rice, sliced chicken, and vegetable mixture, then drizzle with tahini dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 10 minutes for best flavor. Ensure skillet is hot before adding chicken and rice to prevent sticking.

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