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Irresistible Chicken Shawarma Crispy Rice Salad – A Crave-Worthy Bowl

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A flavorful, crunchy rice salad topped with tender shawarma chicken, fresh vegetables, herbs, and a tangy lemon-garlic dressing for a crave-worthy bowl.

Ingredients

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  • 450 g (1 lb) chicken breast, cut into strips

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for chicken)

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional)

  • 1 cup (200 g) long-grain rice

  • 2 cups (480 ml) water or chicken broth

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for rice)

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1 cucumber, diced

  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced

  • ½ cup parsley, chopped

  • ¼ cup mint, chopped

  • 60 g (½ cup) crumbled feta cheese

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (dressing)

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Cook rice until tender, then crisp in olive oil in a skillet.

  • Toss chicken with spices and cook until golden and cooked through.

  • Combine crisped rice, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, mint, and feta in a large bowl.

  • Whisk together dressing ingredients and toss with salad.

  • Top with chicken and serve immediately.

Notes

Crisp the rice just before assembling to maintain crunch. Marinate chicken for extra flavor if time allows. Serve immediately for best texture and taste.

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