Description
Chicken Shawarma Crispy Rice Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together tender, spiced chicken, golden crispy rice, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tahini dressing. This easy Middle Eastern dinner recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will impress your family and friends. Quick to prepare and customizable to suit your preferences, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 cups cooked rice (cooled)
- ¼ cup tahini
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- Fresh parsley or cilantro
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp turmeric
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Water to thin dressing
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in olive oil and spices for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet or grill until fully cooked (6–8 minutes per side). Let it rest before slicing.
- Crisp the cooled rice in a skillet with olive oil until golden brown.
- Chop the vegetables while the chicken cooks and the rice crisps.
- Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, and water to make the dressing.
- Layer crispy rice on a platter; top with sliced chicken, veggies, and drizzle with tahini dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg