Best 5 Tropical Curry Chicken Salad Recipes

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Welcome to the realm of flavors, where we embark on a culinary adventure to discover the tantalizing tropical curry chicken salad. This delectable dish is a harmonious blend of vibrant tropical flavors, creamy mayonnaise, and tender chicken, all coming together to create a refreshing and satisfying salad that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. Let's dive into the world of tropical curry chicken salad, exploring its vibrant ingredients, diverse variations, and the secrets to crafting the perfect tropical curry chicken salad that will leave your palate dancing with joy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TROPICAL CURRY CHICKEN SALAD



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With a hint of curry, tropical fruits, and sweet coconut, this will become the only chicken salad you ever use! Serve on salad greens if desired. You can add bow-tie pasta to make this a pasta salad.

Provided by caitiebmore

Categories     Salad     Curry Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cubed, cooked chicken
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup mayonnaise
½ teaspoon curry powder, or more to taste
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
2 large firm bananas. sliced
½ cup sweetened flaked coconut
¾ cup salted peanuts

Steps:

  • Place chicken and celery into a large bowl. Combine mayonnaise and curry powder in another bowl; add to chicken mixture and mix well. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  • Add pineapple, oranges, bananas, and coconut before serving; toss gently. Sprinkle with peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 619.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.9 g, Cholesterol 50.3 mg, Fat 46.1 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 425.5 mg, Sugar 27.3 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

TROPICAL CHICKEN SALAD



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Over the years my husband and I have moved to different areas, and I've collected recipes from all over the United States. This flavorful salad recipe comes from New York. I've served it for luncheons for many years, and it's one of my husband's very favorites. -Linda Wheatley, Garland, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 to 1 teaspoon curry powder
1 can (20 ounces) chunk pineapple, drained
2 large firm bananas, sliced
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
Salad greens, optional
3/4 cup salted peanuts or cashew halves

Steps:

  • Place chicken and celery in a large bowl. Combine mayonnaise and curry powder; add to chicken mixture and mix well. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes. , Before serving, add the pineapple, bananas, oranges and coconut; toss gently. Serve on salad greens if desired. Sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610 calories, Fat 45g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 363mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

TROPICAL CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD



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Adapted from the recipe at Maxwell's Plum, a legendary New York restaurant now no longer with us.... :(

Provided by Raquel Grinnell

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons low sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon mild curry powder
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons mango chutney (like Major Grey's)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 1/2 cups cooked chicken, diced
1 cup apple, diced and unpeeled (like Granny Smith)
1 cup pineapple chunk, preferably fresh
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1/3 cup dates, chopped
1/4 cup golden raisin

Steps:

  • Stir chicken broth and curry powder in small saucepan over medium heat until thick, about 3 minutes. Transfer to medium bowl and cool.
  • Whisk mayo, chutney, and lime juice into curry paste for dressing.
  • Mix chicken and all remaining ingredients in large bowl. Add 3/4 cup dressing; toss. Mix in remaining dressing by tablespoonfuls, if desired.
  • Season with salt and pepper as needed. Can be made 4 hours ahead; chill in refrigerator before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 565, Fat 30, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 80.9, Sodium 529.3, Carbohydrate 53.6, Fiber 4, Sugar 36.1, Protein 24.2

TROPICAL CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD



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Delicious served for lunch or dinner. Chicken needs to marinate for 30 minutes, or even over night for greater flavors. Just refrigerate the remainder of the mixture, until you are ready to assemble your salad. From TOH

Provided by daisygrl64

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup olive oil vinaigrette dressing
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons Frank's red hot sauce, caynne pepper sauce
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
4 cups watercress, washed and torn
4 cups boston lettuce, washed and torn
1/4 cup unsalted cashews, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • place salad dressing worcestershire sauce honey, franks hot sauce, curry powder and garlic in a blender or food processor. cover, process until well blended. reserve 1/2 curry mixture to dress salad.
  • place chicken in large resealable plastic bag.
  • pour remaing curry mixture over chicken, seal bag, marinate in fridge for 30 minutes.
  • heat electric grill pan or barbeque grill. grill chicken 10 to 15 minutes or until no longer pink in center.
  • arrange salad greens on large serving platter.
  • cut chicken into thin slices.
  • arrange over greens, top with nuts and coconut.
  • serve with reserved dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.1, Fat 30.6, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 65.8, Sodium 478.8, Carbohydrate 32.7, Fiber 2, Sugar 26.3, Protein 29.8

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe mangoes for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have mango chutney, you can substitute a mixture of honey and lime juice.
  • Add some chopped nuts, such as almonds or cashews, for a crunchy texture.
  • Serve the salad on a bed of lettuce or spinach for a refreshing meal.
  • For a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce.
  • This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This tropical curry chicken salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer. The combination of sweet mangoes, creamy yogurt, and savory curry powder creates a unique and flavorful salad that is sure to please everyone at your table. Plus, it's easy to make and can be served as a main course or a side dish. So next time you're looking for a new salad recipe, give this tropical curry chicken salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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