Curried Cranberry Chicken Salad
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this vibrant Curried Cranberry Chicken Salad, a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Tender shredded chicken pairs beautifully with the tart chew of dried cranberries, crunchy celery, and optional nutty goodness from walnuts or almonds. The creamy dressing, infused with aromatic curry powder, a touch of honey, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, brings a delightful twist to this classic dish. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile salad can be enjoyed as a sandwich filling, wrapped in a tortilla, or served over crisp greens for a light yet satisfying meal. Perfect for meal prep or a flavorful potluck contribution, this curried chicken salad is as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup Celery, finely chopped
- 2 stalks Green onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts or almonds (optional)
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Curry powder
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or diced cooked chicken, dried cranberries, chopped celery, green onion, and nuts (if using). Stir to distribute the ingredients evenly.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, curry powder, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well-combined.
Pour the curry dressing over the chicken mixture. Gently fold the dressing into the chicken mixture until everything is evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the curried cranberry chicken salad as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or on a bed of fresh greens. Optionally, garnish with extra chopped nuts or green onion before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2170 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 125.1 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 529 mg | 176% | |
| Sodium | 2594 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.5 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.3 g | ||
| Protein | 156.8 g | 314% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1823 mg | 39% | |
*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.
