Description
Chicken Tikka Crispy Rice Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and crispy rice for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for barbecues or family gatherings, this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with taste. The warm spices of the chicken meld beautifully with the crunch of fresh veggies and the delightful texture of crispy rice, making it a crowd-pleaser for both meat lovers and vegetarians alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 600g)
- 1 cup plain full-fat yogurt
- 2 tablespoons chicken tikka masala spice mix
- 2 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in yogurt and tikka spice mix for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- While chicken cooks, chop bell peppers, cucumbers, and cilantro. Combine in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, mix crispy rice cereal with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Once cooked, let the chicken rest before chopping into bite-sized pieces. Add to the vegetable mixture along with the crispy rice. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately on a platter or in bowls, garnished with extra cilantro.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg