Best 15 Curried Chicken Salad With Blueberries And Cherries Recipes

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Curried chicken salad is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of curry powder, mayonnaise, and chopped chicken. This versatile salad can be served on a bed of lettuce, in a sandwich, or as a wrap. Adding blueberries and cherries to the mix creates a sweet and tangy twist that will tantalize your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can whip up a batch of this delicious salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

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BLUEBERRY CHICKEN SALAD



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On weekday mornings, I whip up this fun chicken and blueberry combination in minutes to take for lunch. It also works as a nice light salad for a summer supper, and it's a cinch to double it for a shower or potluck. -Kari Caven, Coeur d'Alene, ID

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups fresh blueberries
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
3/4 cup lemon yogurt
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
Bibb lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Set aside a few blueberries for topping salad. In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, red pepper, green onions and remaining blueberries. In a small bowl, mix yogurt, mayonnaise and salt. Add to chicken mixture; gently toss to coat. , Refrigerate until serving. If desired, serve over lettuce. Top with reserved blueberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 441mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CURRIED CHICKEN FRUIT SALAD



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This is a favorite at ladies' luncheons. Even people who think they don't like curry rave about this dish! I got the recipe from a friend and love to make it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
3/4 cup pineapple tidbits, drained
1 can (8 ounces) water chestnuts, drained
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 cups seedless red or green grapes, halved
1 cup chopped celery
Lettuce leaves
Sliced almonds
DRESSING:
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons curry powder

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the oranges, pineapple, water chestnuts, chicken, grapes and celery. , In a small bowl, combine dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss well to coat. Chill for 1 hour. Serve on a bed of lettuce; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515 calories, Fat 39g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings, 1 cup chicken salad and 1 1/4 cups greens

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup water
1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves, no more than 3/4-inch thick
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 cup halved red grapes
1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
5 ounces mixed greens (about 5 cups lightly packed))
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Bring the broth and water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add chicken to broth and simmer, covered, for 8 minutes. Turn the heat off and let chicken stand in the cooking liquid, covered, until cooked through, about 20 minutes. Remove the chicken from the broth and cool completely in the refrigerator. Cut into 1/4-inch dice. Toast the almonds in a small dry skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant and beginning to turn golden, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the yogurt, mayonnaise, and curry powder. Fold in the chicken, grapes and cilantro and season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, toss the greens with the oil, lemon juice and salt and pepper, to taste. Arrange the greens on 4 individual plates, top with a scoop of the chicken salad and sprinkle with the almonds.
  • Excellent source of: Protein, Vitamin A, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, Selenium
  • Good source of: Riboflavin, Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Potassium

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calorie, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 85 milligrams, Sodium 322 milligrams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 37 grams, Sugar 8 grams

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.

FRUITY CURRY CHICKEN SALAD



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A healthy and tasty chicken salad with a fruity twist - great on a croissant or in a honey pita. Note: This salad is best if eaten the day after preparation. This allows the ingredients time to mingle, giving a fuller flavor. If desired, use nonfat mayonnaise.

Provided by Karen L. Baker

Categories     Salad     Curry Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cooked and diced
1 stalk celery, diced
4 green onions, chopped
1 Golden Delicious apple - peeled, cored and diced
⅓ cup golden raisins
⅓ cup seedless green grapes, halved
½ cup chopped toasted pecans
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon curry powder
¾ cup light mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine the chicken, celery, onion, apple, raisins, grapes, pecans, pepper, curry powder and mayonnaise. Mix all together. Serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 44.5 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 188 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

CHERRY CHICKEN SALAD



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After dining at a cafe in Michigan about 10 years ago, I tried duplicating this scrumptious twist on Chicken Salad at home. The cherries can be ordered on-line these days, which makes it much easier for those of us living where cherries are not readily available. Regular milk can be substituted for buttermilk, if necessary.

Provided by MIABING

Categories     Salad

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cooked, boneless chicken breast halves, diced
⅓ cup dried cherries
⅓ cup diced celery
⅓ cup toasted, chopped pecans
⅓ cup low-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon buttermilk
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅓ cup cubed apples

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, dried cherries, celery, nuts, mayonnaise, milk, salt and pepper and apple if desired. Toss together well and refrigerate until chilled. Serve on toasted cracked wheat bread or croissants.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 355.7 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

CURRY CHICKEN SALAD



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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

3 cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
½ cup low-fat mayonnaise
2 teaspoons curry powder

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

COOL CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD



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"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 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 medium apple, finely chopped
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons golden raisins
2 tablespoons dried cranberries
1/2 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the yogurt, preserves, curry, mustard, salt and pepper; pour over chicken mixture and toss to coat. Serve on lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 477mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD WITH FRUIT



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A lovely twist on chicken salad, with a delicious blend of flavors. I adapted this from a clipping from Cook's Country that my mom gave me. It works as a sandwich or wrap filling, and I also enjoy serving it over some fresh greens. Adjust the curry powder to your taste - I have found that different brands have different strengths.

Provided by Starrynews

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 large celery rib, finely chopped
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup pineapple, diced (fresh or canned)
1/2 cup dried cranberries
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the mayonnaise, lime juice, curry powder, cumin and coriander; mix well.
  • Add chicken, celery, onion, pineapple and cranberries and toss to cover all with the sauce.
  • Add salt and pepper, to your taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 59.3, Sodium 248.4, Carbohydrate 13, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 5.1, Protein 18.3

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

CHICKEN CURRY SALAD IN A HURRY



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Just a simple no frills chicken salad recipe I came up with. It can be made quickly and easily with most ingredients on hand. Enjoy it on bread, in a pita pocket, or over a bed of lettuce.

Provided by Buddy Greer

Categories     Salad     Curry Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 rotisserie chicken, meat and skin removed and chopped
2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup chopped apple
½ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon curry powder
½ teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Mix the chicken, eggs, mayonnaise, apple, celery, onion, curry powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 199.2 mg, Fat 37.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 40.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 276.1 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

COLD CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD WITH CRANBERRIES



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Make and share this Cold Curried Chicken Salad With Cranberries recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Redsie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 5m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cooked chicken breasts, cubed
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
1 cup apple, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh grated gingerroot
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/3 cup low-fat mayonnaise
3 tablespoons cranberry-orange relish (bottled on shelf or fresh in deli section)
2 cups mixed baby greens

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except the greens.
  • Toss well, cover, and chill for 15 minutes (or make the day before).
  • Divide chicken salad in half and place each serving on top of mixed greens.

CONTEST-WINNING CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD



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This is a cool lunch for a hot day. The flavor offers a nice twist on a traditional chicken salad, and I couldn't even tell that it was made with yogurt instead of mayonnaise! -Joslyn Stock, Hampton, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
3/4 cup diced nectarine
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup raisins
1/3 cup plain yogurt
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 lettuce leaves
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 3-4 in. from heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until chicken juices run clear. Cool; shred chicken with two forks. , In a small bowl, combine the chicken, nectarine, onions and raisins. Combine the yogurt, honey, curry powder and salt. Stir into chicken mixture. Divide lettuce between two salad plates. Top with chicken mixture. Just before serving, sprinkle with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 376mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN CURRY SALAD



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I invented this when I got a sudden craving for chicken curry at 1 AM. It's very easy to make and goes well on crackers.

Provided by GODGIFU

Categories     Salad     Curry Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon curry powder
salt and pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon chili oil
1 (10 ounce) can chunk chicken, drained

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, curry powder, salt, pepper, and chili oil. Mix in the chunk chicken until well blended. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Cholesterol 53.8 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 508.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

CURRIED CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD



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Make and share this Curried Cranberry Chicken Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tgobbi

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup low-fat mayonnaise (plain yogurt is another possibility although I haven't tried it) or 1 cup salad dressing (plain yogurt is another possibility although I haven't tried it)
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder (or more to taste)
4 1/2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
2 chopped apples or 2 granny smith apples
1 cup dried sweetened cranberries (Craisins)
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup chopped scallion

Steps:

  • Combine mayonnaise, lime juice and curry powder in large mixing bowl.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients.

Tips:

  • For a sweeter salad, use ripe cherries and blueberries. If using tart cherries, you may want to add a little bit of sugar or honey to the dressing.
  • If you don't have any fresh herbs on hand, you can use 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or oregano instead.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the chicken salad and dressing as directed. Store the chicken salad and dressing separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, combine the chicken salad and dressing and top with the blueberries and cherries.
  • Serve the salad on a bed of lettuce or spinach, or with crackers or bread.

Conclusion:

Curried chicken salad with blueberries and cherries is a delicious and refreshing summer salad. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also great for potlucks and picnics. The curry powder, blueberries, and cherries give the salad a unique and flavorful twist. If you're looking for a new and exciting chicken salad recipe, this one is definitely worth trying.

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