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@kalejunkie for the full crispy rice salad recipe collection (there are 8!!)! This is my CHICKEN SHAWARMA CRISPY RICE SALAD with over 50 million views! It is likely one of most incredible salads you’ll ever eat! This version combines my Middle Eastern roots with the crispy rice trend, for a true flavor and texture explosion. It’s perfect for meal prep or a satisfying lunch or dinner!
Makes 4 large servings
Crispy Rice
2 cups cooked rice, cooled (I used jasmine rice)
1 tb olive oil
1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp oregano, 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Chicken
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2” pieces
2 tb olive oil
2 tsp ground turmeric
2 tsp cumin
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp black pepper
Salad
5 persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 cup baby tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, finely sliced (1/2 cup)
3 dill pickles, chopped
1 bunch mint, chopped (1/2 cup)
Creamy Lemon-Tahini Dressing
1/2 cup greek yogurt
1/3 cup tahini
1/4 cup olive oil
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