Curried Chicken Salad
Elevate your lunch game with this irresistible Curried Chicken Salad—a flavorful twist on a classic favorite! Tender shredded chicken breast is tossed in a creamy dressing made with protein-rich Greek yogurt, a touch of mayonnaise, and bold curry powder, balanced perfectly with honey and lemon juice for a hint of sweetness and zing. Crunchy celery, juicy red grapes, and nutty sliced almonds add layers of texture, while thinly sliced scallions bring a subtle fresh kick. Ready in just 15 minutes, this vibrant salad is perfect for meal prep, and it tastes even better after chilling to let the spices meld beautifully. Serve it as a sandwich filling, wrap it in a tortilla, or enjoy it over crisp greens for a wholesome, satisfying meal. Perfect for quick lunches, picnics, and light dinners, this curried chicken salad is a must-try for anyone who loves bold flavors and easy recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 0.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cups Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Curry powder
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 cups Celery, finely chopped
- 0.5 cups Red grapes, halved
- 0.25 cups Almonds, sliced or slivered
- 2 stalks Scallions, thinly sliced
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, curry powder, honey, and lemon juice. Stir well until smooth and creamy.
Add the shredded or diced cooked chicken breast to the bowl and mix to coat the chicken evenly in the dressing.
Fold in the chopped celery, halved red grapes, sliced almonds, and thinly sliced scallions. Mix gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Season the salad with salt and black pepper, tasting and adjusting as needed.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a sandwich filling, in a wrap, or over a bed of fresh greens. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2007 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 85.8 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 679 mg | 226% | |
| Sodium | 3990 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.8 g | ||
| Protein | 236.7 g | 473% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 369 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 2678 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
