Curried Chicken Salad with Raisins and Honey
Transform your lunchtime routine with this vibrant Curried Chicken Salad with Raisins and Honey, a delightful fusion of sweet, savory, and zesty flavors. Tender cooked chicken is coated in a creamy dressing made from a harmonious blend of mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, warm curry powder, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Plump raisins add bursts of chewy sweetness, while crunchy celery and sliced green onions bring fresh texture and balance. A splash of lemon juice and optional fresh parsley brighten the flavors, making each bite irresistibly refreshing. Perfect for meal prep, this quick and easy salad comes together in just 15 minutes and can be enjoyed chilled on sandwiches, in lettuce wraps, or over crisp greens. Packed with protein and flavor, it’s a versatile recipe that’s both nutritious and satisfying—ideal for a light lunch or a flavorful picnic dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded or diced) Cooked chicken breast
- 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cups Plain Greek yogurt
- 1.5 teaspoons Curry powder
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 cups Raisins
- 2 stalks (diced) Celery
- 3 stalks (sliced) Green onions
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, optional) Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons (adjust to taste) Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, curry powder, honey, and lemon juice. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Add the shredded or diced cooked chicken to the bowl, followed by the raisins, diced celery, sliced green onions, and chopped parsley (if using).
Sprinkle in the salt and black pepper, and gently fold the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the curry dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or curry powder to your preference.
Cover the bowl and chill the chicken salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the curried chicken salad in sandwiches, lettuce wraps, over a bed of greens, or enjoy it on its own as a satisfying dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1831 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.5 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 410 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 2814 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.6 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.4 g | ||
| Protein | 121.1 g | 242% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 965 mg | 21% | |
*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.
