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Chicken Shawarma Crispy Rice Salad

Chicken Shawarma Crispy Rice Salad: Flavorful & Healthy Delight

This Chicken Shawarma Crispy Rice Salad offers a delightful blend of spices and textures, perfect for a healthy meal prep.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken thighs are juicier, while breasts offer leaner options
  • 4 tbsp Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tsp Cumin adjust for spiciness
  • 1 tsp Paprika adds sweetness and richness
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder fresh garlic can be a substitute
  • ½ tsp Turmeric provides a golden hue
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
For the Salad Base
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice cooled
  • 1 Cucumber diced
  • 2 Tomatoes chopped
  • ½ Red Onion sliced
  • Fresh Parsley or Cilantro choose based on your liking
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Tahini or yogurt as an alternative
  • 1 Lemon Juice from 1 lemon
  • 1 Garlic Clove minced, optional
  • Water to adjust consistency

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat skillet. Cook marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until browned and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. In the same skillet, add olive oil and cook rice over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until crispy.
  4. Prepare vegetables by dicing cucumber, chopping tomatoes, slicing red onion, and chopping herbs.
  5. Whisk tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and water in a bowl until creamy, refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  6. Assemble salad by layering crispy rice, sliced chicken, vegetables, and drizzling dressing on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For meal prep, keep components separate to maintain freshness. Customize vegetables based on seasonality.

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