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Chicken Shawarma Crispy Rice Salad: An Incredible 7-Ingredient Recipe


  • Author: Clara Walker
  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
– 2 teaspoons shawarma spice blend
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 2 cups cooked rice (preferably jasmine or basmati)
– 1 cup mixed greens (such as arugula and spinach)
– 1 cup diced cucumbers
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– ½ cup tahini dressing (store-bought or homemade)


Instructions

Creating Chicken Shawarma Crispy Rice Salad is straightforward. Follow these simple steps:

1. Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken thighs, shawarma spice blend, and olive oil. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2. Cook Rice: Prepare the rice according to package instructions, then set aside to cool slightly.
3. Cook Chicken: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from heat and let it rest.
4. Crisp Rice: In the same skillet, add the cooked rice and flatten it with a spatula. Let it cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes until it becomes crispy. Flip and cook the other side for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Chop Vegetables: While the chicken and rice are cooking, dice the cucumbers and halve the cherry tomatoes.
6. Prepare Salad Base: In a large bowl, layer the mixed greens, followed by the diced cucumbers and cherry tomatoes.
7. Slice Chicken: Once the chicken has rested, slice it into strips and place it on top of the salad.
8. Add Crispy Rice: Break the crispy rice into pieces and sprinkle it over the salad.
9. Drizzle Dressing: Finally, drizzle the tahini dressing over the entire salad to finish it off.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 550 kcal
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 30g