Best 8 Curried Chicken Peanut Salad Recipes

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When the melding of sweet and savory flavors come to mind, one dish that perfectly embodies this culinary harmony is the delectable Curried Chicken Peanut Salad. This vibrant dish tantalizes the taste buds with a symphony of aromatic spices, the richness of succulent chicken, the crunch of fresh vegetables, and the creamy embrace of peanut butter, all harmoniously blended in a delightful dance of textures and flavors. Curried Chicken Peanut Salad is a versatile dish, easily adaptable to personal preferences and dietary restrictions. Whether you're seeking a light and refreshing lunch or a hearty and flavorful dinner, this dish promises to deliver an extraordinary culinary experience.

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CHEF JOHN'S PEANUT CURRY CHICKEN



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I decided to not follow any specific recipe from any particular country or culture, but instead I made a simple composite of every peanut curry I've ever come across. I didn't use coconut milk, as I feel that's a little too sweet and rich for the peanut butter. I loved how this came out, and I can't imagine it being any richer.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
3 ½ cups chicken broth, or to taste
¾ cup unsweetened natural peanut butter
½ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 pound zucchini, cut into chunks
1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 green poblano pepper, diced
2 cups hot cooked rice
1 lime, for garnish
½ cup roasted peanuts, plus more for garnish
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • Mix salt, coriander, cumin, turmeric, paprika, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl.
  • Place chicken pieces in a separate bowl and add 1/2 of the spice blend. Mix together thoroughly to coat each surface with spice blend.
  • Heat oil over high heat in a heavy pot. Brown half of the chicken pieces on all sides. Transfer to a bowl. Repeat with the rest of the chicken.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add onion to pot. Saute until onions start to turn translucent and golden, 1 or 2 minutes. Add garlic and ginger; cook about 1 minute. Stir in remaining spice blend; cook and stir one minute. Pour in chicken broth. Add browned chicken along with accumulated juices. Stir in peanut butter and ketchup; add brown sugar. Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to maintain a gentle, steady simmer. Simmer, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.
  • Transfer zucchini, red bell pepper, poblano pepper, and peanuts to the pot. Stir to mix. Continue simmering until chicken and vegetables are fork tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Serve over rice with a squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of peanuts and chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1137.6 calories, Carbohydrate 64.5 g, Cholesterol 164 mg, Fat 71.1 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 67.7 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 3048.3 mg, Sugar 21.3 g

CURRIED PEANUT CHICKEN



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"This is a nice change from traditional grilled items," says Jennifer Myers. The Havertown, Pennsylvania reader sprinkles coconut and currants over a tasty combination of chicken and peppers.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 cups orange juice
3/4 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons curry powder
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
2 medium sweet red peppers, cut in half
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
1/4 cup dried currants
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, peanut butter and curry powder. Pour 2/3 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., Drain chicken and discard marinade. Grill chicken and peppers, covered, over medium heat for 5-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and peppers are tender. , Warm the reserved marinade. Cut chicken and peppers into 1/2-in. strips; sprinkle with coconut and currants. Serve with rice and reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424 calories, Fat 20g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 182mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 whole (6 split) chicken breasts, bone-in, skin-on
Olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups good mayonnaise (recommended: Hellman's)
1/3 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup chutney (recommended: Major Grey's)
3 tablespoons curry powder
1 cup medium-diced celery (2 large stalks)
1/4 cup chopped scallions, white and green parts (2 scallions)
1/4 cup raisins
1 cup whole roasted, salted cashews

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the chicken breasts on a sheet pan and rub the skin with olive oil. Sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, until the chicken is just cooked. Set aside until cool enough to handle. Remove the meat from the bones, discard the skin, and dice the chicken into large bite-size pieces.
  • For the dressing, combine the mayonnaise, wine, chutney, curry powder, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Process until smooth.
  • Combine the chicken with enough dressing to moisten well. Add the celery, scallions, and raisins, and mix well. Refrigerate for a few hours to allow the flavors to blend. Add the cashews and serve at room temperature.

CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD



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Also known as coronation chicken salad, this English favorite was created to celebrate the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. Combining cooked chicken with a sweet yet spicy curry and chutney mayonnaise, it speaks to the popularity of Indian flavors in the U.K.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 cups diced poached chicken breast, recipe follows
1/2 cup minced red onion, soaked in cold water for 10 minutes, drained
1 tablespoon minced fresh coriander (cilantro)
1 heaping tablespoon golden raisins
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, like soy, peanut, or corn
1 tablespoon Madras-style curry powder
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon Major Grey's mango chutney, chopped
1/4 cup chopped cashew nuts or slivered almonds, toasted (optional)
Serving suggestions: 2 cups lettuce or 4 medium pita breads.
10 sprigs parsley
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 small onion, halved
1 small carrot, halved
1 stalk celery, halved
3 pounds split chicken breasts, on the bone and fat trimmed
5 to 6 cups chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium canned

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, toss together the chicken, onion, coriander, and raisins.
  • In a small saute pan, heat the oil over medium heat, add the curry powder, and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove pan from the heat and set oil aside to cool.
  • In a small bowl mix together the curry oil, mayonnaise, lime juice and chutney. Gently fold the chicken mixture into the flavored mayonnaise. Add the nuts, if desired. Serve on a bed of lettuce or in a pita sandwich.
  • Put the parsley, thyme, onion, carrot, celery, and chicken breasts in a medium saucepan. Cover with the broth, and bring just to a boil. Lower the heat to very low and cover. Poach the chicken for 20 minutes or until firm to the touch. Remove the pan from the heat, uncover, cool the chicken in the stock for 30 minutes.
  • Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and reserve the liquid. Bone and skin the chicken and cut the meat into 1-inch cubes. Discard the bones and skin.
  • Strain the broth and store, covered, in the refrigerator for 3 days or freeze for later use. Remove any fat from the surface of the broth before using.
  • Yield: 4 cups cubed chicken or 4 to 6 servings

CURRIED CHICKEN & PEACH SALAD



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This is a very healthy and simple salad to make; even my non-cooking husband can whip it together in minutes. We've served this to friends over the years, and they always ask for the recipe. -Radelle Knappenberger, Oviedo, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup raisins
2 medium peaches, sliced
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens

Steps:

  • Mix mayonnaise and curry powder; toss gently with chicken, walnuts and raisins. Serve chicken mixture and peaches over greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 315mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD



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After 2 years of begging, my roommate finally wrote this recipe down for me. It was a hit at our housewarming!

Provided by rickoholic83

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups cooked chicken breasts, shredded (I use 2 12.5 oz. cans of chunk chicken breasts and drain)
1 1/2 cups celery, chopped
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup ranch salad dressing
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder (or more to taste)
1 tablespoon curry powder (or more to taste)
1 (2 ounce) package slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
  • Serve as a sandwich on croissants or over mixed greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 563.1, Fat 40.7, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 105.7, Sodium 643.6, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 3.9, Protein 35.5

CURRIED CHICKEN AND PEANUT STEW



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I found this in a newspaper years ago. It is tasty & quite fragrant. The curry will permeate any fabric nearby, so don't leave your laundry in the kitchen! If I don't have any shallot, I substitute about 3/4c onion, and I've used less or more celery and carrot depending on what I have on hand. We like the stew with crusty bread and a dollop of sour cream; while my neighbor prefers hers with rice.

Provided by TigerJo

Categories     Curries

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

24 ounces bone-in skinless chicken breasts
1/3 cup minced shallot
1 cup diced carrot
1 cup diced celery
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon curry powder
12 ounces beer (we like Pyramid Apricot Ale)
4 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
2 whole bay leaves
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 medium anaheim chilies, seeded/chopped or 1 (4 ounce) can mild green chilies
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup peanut butter, mixed with
1/2 cup hot water
4 cups chicken stock or 4 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon sugar or 1 teaspoon Splenda sugar substitute (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large non-stick saute pan, sear chicken breasts on each side for 1 minute; set aside.
  • In the same pan, saute shallot, celery and carrot in 2t oil on low for about 5 minutes or until softened.
  • Sprinkle with curry powder; mix well.
  • Slowly add beer and stir as curry begins to thicken.
  • Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a 8qt stockpot, saute garlic in remaining 1t olive oil over med heat for 1 minute.
  • Add chicken, bay leaves& tomatoes; cover& simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add curry mixture to the chicken and tomatoes, along with the chile pepper, parsley, and peanut butter/water.
  • When all is well combined, add stock and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.
  • Remove bay leaves.
  • Remove chicken breasts, cool (enough so that it can be easily removed from the bone) and dice the meat.
  • Return chicken to stockpot.
  • If desired, add sugar and cilantro.
  • Taste, adjust seasonings, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.6, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 60.9, Sodium 340.5, Carbohydrate 14.5, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 5.8, Protein 25.4

CURRIED CHICKEN & PEANUT SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 c. plain yogurt
113 c. milk
3 T. white wine vinegar
2 t. curry powder
2 c. diced chicken
1 (11oz) can mandarin oranges
1 T. sliced onions
1/3 c. creamy peanut butter
1 T. sugar
1 T. salad oil
6 c. mixed salad greens
2 c. shredded cabbage
1/2 c. peanuts

Steps:

  • Combine yogurt, peanut butter, milk, vinegar, sugar, oil and curry powder; mix well. Arrange the remaining ingredients in a salad bowl. Drizzle dressing over the salad.

Tips:

  • Use a food processor to quickly and easily chop the peanuts, celery, and onion.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can finely chop the peanuts, celery, and onion by hand.
  • For a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
  • For a sweeter salad, add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Curried Chicken Peanut Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The salad is packed with flavor from the curry powder, peanut butter, and celery. It is also a good source of protein and healthy fats. If you are looking for a new and exciting salad recipe, Curried Chicken Peanut Salad is definitely worth trying.

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