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Chicken Shawarma Crispy Rice Salad: A Flavor Explosion!

A delicious and vibrant salad featuring crispy rice topped with flavorful chicken shawarma, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
  • 2 tbsp shawarma spice mix
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken slices with shawarma spice mix, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. In a separate pan, heat some oil and fry the cooked rice until crispy.
  4. In a bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  6. To assemble, place crispy rice on a plate, top with cooked chicken, and add the vegetable mixture.
  7. Drizzle with tahini dressing and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours before cooking.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or radishes.
  • This salad can be served warm or cold.

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Keywords: Chicken Shawarma, Crispy Rice, Salad, Middle Eastern, Healthy