Curried chicken salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. This article will provide you with a recipe for curried chicken salad for two, along with some tips for making the perfect salad. You will learn how to choose the right ingredients, how to cook the chicken properly, and how to assemble the salad. So, whether you are a beginner cook or a seasoned pro, this article has something for you.
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CURRY CHICKEN SALAD
This Curry Chicken Salad is absolutely one of the best, easiest, and on the go meals! It is loaded with tender chicken, creamy curry dressing, crisp celery, and sweet golden apples. You can make this chicken salad quickly and eat it right away or use it for meal prep and keep it in the fridge for quick and easy meals throughout the week. Serve this Curried Chicken salad for lunch, dinner, or at brunch or potluck.
Provided by Kimber
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the mayonnaise with the curry powder, salt and pepper and mix well.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, celery, green onions, apple, raisins, and almonds. Pour the dressing over top and stir until evenly coated.
- Serve chilled with crackers, on greens, or your favorite way. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 3 /4 cup, Calories 327 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 63 mg, Sodium 459 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 14 g
CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD FOR TWO
"Curry and mustard complement the sweet fruit and crunchy nuts in this guilt-free salad. I like on a bed of greens or whole wheat toast, or scooped up with apple slices. Instead of chicken breast, try store-bought rotisserie chicken." -Joanna Perdomo, Miami, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Add the yogurt, preserves, curry, mustard, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Serve on lettuce leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 477mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 3h15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cut the roast chicken into small pieces and discard the skin and bones. Put the chicken, raisins, almonds, scallions and celery in a large bowl. In another bowl, mix the mayonnaise, yogurt, cream, curry powder, cilantro, sugar and some salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Allow to chill for several hours (or even overnight).
- Before serving, garnish with more raisins and slivered almonds. Serve on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Put the chicken in a roasting pan, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Roast until the juices run clear, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Let cool completely before using for chicken salad.
CURRY CHICKEN SALAD
A cold chicken salad spread ideal for a sandwich. Serve on bread with lettuce, and enjoy!
Provided by Samantha
Categories Salad Curry Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, stir together the chicken, celery, mayonnaise, and curry powder.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 36.6 mg, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 46.3 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD
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.
DELICIOUS CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD
If you are a curry lover, then this chicken salad is worth trying, it is very good! You can add in onions also if desired, peanuts can be subbed for the walnuts. Plan ahead, this needs be refrigerated for a minimum of two hours or more. Prep time includes refrigeration time
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Chicken
Time 2h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix together the chicken and all remaining ingredients (except the dressing ingredients); mix well to combine.
- For the dressing, mix/whisk all dressing ingredients adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently add/mix in dressing with the chicken salad in the bowl; toss well to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 or more hours before serving.
- Delicious!
THE BEST CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD
Make it in advance, refridgerate until cold and add the cashews just before serving. From "Barefoot Contessa" cookbook.
Provided by Barefoot Beachcomber
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Place the chicken breasts on a pan and rub the skin with olive oil.
- Sprinkle well 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 in large bite size pieces.
- For the dressing, combine the mayonnaise, wine, chutney, curry powder and 1 1/2 t.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 flavours to blend.
- Add the cashews and serve the salad at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 652.4, Fat 44.1, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 108.1, Sodium 1253.7, Carbohydrate 29.3, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 9.1, Protein 35
QUICK AND EASY CURRY CHICKEN SALAD FOR LUNCHES
Curry chicken salad is one of my favorite recipes to make ahead for a week of effortless but delicious lunches. This recipe is so flavorful and has ton of great texture. There are so many ways you can eat this chicken salad: sandwich, mixed into a salad, scooped into lettuce cups, spooned into cucumbers or other veggies, dipped with pita, spread on top of toast, or just eaten straight out of the container! Curry chicken salad is also a great party app, just place dollops in little cucumber cups, finger sandwiches, or crackers and serve!
Provided by Stirs and Stripes
Categories Chicken Salad
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk yogurt and mayonnaise together in a medium bowl until blended. Add curry powder and stir to combine. Stir in shredded chicken until evenly coated. Add apple, celery, green onion, almonds, and raisins; season with salt and pepper. Stir gently to until thoroughly combined and all ingredients are coated with curry-yogurt.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 36.9 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 107 mg, Sugar 8.5 g
Tips:
- To ensure even cooking, make sure the chicken is cut into uniform pieces.
- Use a non-stick skillet or lightly grease a regular skillet to prevent the chicken from sticking.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking the chicken. This will prevent it from cooking evenly.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Allow the chicken to cool slightly before shredding it. This will make it easier to handle.
- Use a sharp knife to dice the celery and onion. This will help prevent them from becoming mushy in the salad.
- Taste the salad dressing before adding it to the salad. You may need to adjust the seasonings to your liking.
- Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later. If you are chilling the salad, be sure to stir it well before serving.
Conclusion:
This curried chicken salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The combination of flavors in this salad is unique and satisfying, and the curry powder adds a touch of warmth and spice. This salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this curried chicken salad a try.
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