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Juicy Chicken Shawarma Crispy Rice Salad Recipe

Juicy Chicken Shawarma Crispy Rice Salad Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Experience the flavors of the Middle East with this delightful Chicken Shawarma Crispy Rice Salad. Juicy marinated chicken served over crispy rice with a medley of fresh veggies and a drizzle of tahini dressing or garlic yogurt sauce.


Ingredients

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For the Marinated Chicken:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, sliced thin
  • 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Salad:

  • 3 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice, chilled
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • ½ cup chopped fresh mint
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup pickled red onions (optional)
  • ½ cup tahini dressing or garlic yogurt sauce for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, mix Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, coriander, turmeric, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Cook marinated chicken in a skillet until browned and fully cooked. Remove and let rest.
  3. Crisp the Rice: Spread chilled rice in the skillet and cook until golden and crispy. Flip to crisp more rice if desired.
  4. Assemble the Salad: Layer crispy rice on a platter, top with veggies, feta, pickled onions, and chicken. Drizzle with tahini dressing or garlic yogurt sauce.

Notes

  • To save time, use store-bought shawarma seasoning and pre-cooked rice.
  • For extra crunch, add toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds.
  • This salad is delicious served warm or at room temperature.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 540
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 610mg
  • Fat: 27g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 19g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg