Best Chicken Shawarma Salad Recipes

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CHICKEN SHAWARMA SALAD



Chicken Shawarma Salad image

In this recipe, chicken shawarma becomes an ingredient in a salad, instead of a main dish. We like to use romaine, but you may use any lettuce or combination of greens you like.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Salad

Time 4h55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cardamom
1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 clove garlic, minced
4 (4 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
¼ cup tahini
3 tablespoons honey, or to taste
cooking spray
1 medium onion, sliced into 1/2-inch rings
6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
2 medium tomatoes, sliced
1 medium cucumber, sliced

Steps:

  • Combine olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, cardamom, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, and garlic in a blender or small food processor. Pulse to combine.
  • Measure 1/2 cup marinade into a bowl and set aside.
  • Pour the remaining marinade into a 1-gallon resealable bag and add chicken thighs. Squeeze as much air out of the bag as possible, seal, and refrigerate, at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours. Chicken thighs should be in a single layer; turn the bag occasionally.
  • Stir tahini and honey into the bowl with the reserved marinade, cover, and refrigerate until ready to make the salad.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and lightly oil a broiler pan.
  • Place onion slices on the oiled pan, and set chicken thighs on top of the onion slices.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Turn and continue roasting until chicken is longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 15 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Broil chicken thighs for 3 to 5 minutes for some caramelization, if desired.
  • Remove chicken from the oven, tent with foil and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Slice each chicken thigh into 1/2- inch slices and coarsely chop cooked onion.
  • Dress 4 salad plates with lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Add chicken slices and chopped onions. Stir dressing, drizzle over each salad, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 722.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 70.7 mg, Fat 58.2 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 674.8 mg, Sugar 18 g

CHICKEN SHAWARMA SALAD WITH TAHINI DRESSING



Chicken Shawarma Salad with Tahini Dressing image

Chicken shawarma salad is an incredibly flavorful, fresh, and elegant weeknight dinner. Each bite is crisp, bright, and bursting with flavor. The marinade takes just minutes and can be prepped the night before, making for an easy and fast dinner.

Provided by Virginia Vohasek

Time 3h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 22

½ cup avocado oil
2 medium lemons, juiced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons cracked black pepper
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
½ cup tahini
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup water, or more as needed
1 medium lemon, juiced
sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste
½ head romaine lettuce
½ medium head butter lettuce
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
½ cup chopped fresh mint
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
½ medium English cucumber, seeded and sliced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Combine avocado oil, lemon juice, garlic, pepper, cumin, paprika, kosher salt, turmeric, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Place chicken thighs into a gallon-sized resealable bag and pour the marinade over. Rub the marinade into the chicken with clean hands, then press the air out of the bag, seal, and place in the refrigerator. Marinate for at least 3 hours, or up to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Remove chicken from the marinade and place it onto a rimmed baking sheet. Pour any excess marinade over the chicken.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the centers, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Set aside to cool slightly, then slice into 1/2-inch strips.
  • Place tahini, olive oil, 1/4 cup water, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for dressing into a blender. Blend until emulsified, adding additional water as needed to reach desired consistency.
  • Chop romaine and butter lettuces. Place in a large bowl and toss to combine with parsley and mint. Layer tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion over the herb salad base. Top with chicken and drizzle with dressing to taste. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559.7 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 46.7 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 423 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

CHICKEN SHAWARMA SALAD



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Ancient worlds have a reason to roast their meat vertically, that's what a shawarma is. this recipe will bring history to present day and prove that at ancient time healthy meals were sought after.

Provided by jimmyanywhere

Categories     Southwest Asia (middle East)

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 romaine lettuce hearts
8 ounces shredded red cabbage
2 ounces cooked garbanzo beans
2 ounces sliced green olives
4 ounces cucumbers, sliced
6 cherry tomatoes
2 ounces tahini sauce
8 ounces yogurt
2 lemons
1 tablespoon salt
1 lb chicken breast
1 ounce distilled white vinegar
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
4 ounces olive oil
1 pinch sumaq (to garnish)
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Cut the lettuce into small pieces and then in a salad bowl combine with red cabbage, cucumber, garbanzo beans, sliced olives, tomatoes, vinager, 1 oz of olive oil and a pinch of salt.
  • cut the chicken breast into thin slices.
  • to marinate the chicken , place the chicken in a bowl with 2 oz of yogurt, a pinch of salt , cumin, garlic powder, 1 lemon squeezed, black pepper, 1 oz of vinegar, 1 oz of olive oil , mix well and set it a side for 15 minute.
  • place a non stick skillet on stove w medium heat add in 1 table spoon of olive oil and the chicken mixture , stir for 10 min and then cover for 5 min let it simmer.
  • in a separate cup add tahini and 1 squeezed lemon and 2 oz of water together a pinch of salt and whip it with a fork until thickens.
  • now you could serve the salad topped with the cooked chicken and tahini mix over the chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1227.3, Fat 88.8, SaturatedFat 17.2, Cholesterol 160.1, Sodium 4299.8, Carbohydrate 53.6, Fiber 20.8, Sugar 21.1, Protein 64.3

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