Curried Chicken Recipe
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Curried Chicken Recipe
Description
In this recipe, cooked and diced chicken breasts are tossed in a blend of Greek yogurt, honey mustard, and curry powder to create a smooth, spiced dressing. Diced fresh pear and dried cranberries are folded into the mixture, imparting bursts of sweetness and texture. The flavorful chicken salad can be spooned into halves of whole wheat pita bread for convenient sandwiches.
The creamy yogurt base provides moisture and tang, while curry powder gives the dish its characteristic mild warmth. The fruit pieces add freshness and contrast to the savory ingredients. Using whole wheat pita adds fiber and a chewy texture complementing the filling.
This dish works well as a quick lunch or light dinner option. It can also be served wrapped in tortillas or with pita chips as a dip, providing versatility in serving styles.
A tip from the notes suggests various serving options including salads, wraps, sandwiches, or dips, offering flexibility for different occasions or preferences.
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breast cooked and diced
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 teaspoons honey mustard
- 1 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1 pear diced, large
- 4-5 whole wheat pita bread cut in half
Instructions
- Combine yogurt, honey mustard, and curry powder in a large bowl. Add diced chicken, pear, and cranberries; toss to combine.
- Fill each pita half with chicken mixture.
Notes
- Try serving the curried chicken over salad, wrapped in a tortilla, as a sandwich, or as a dip with pita chips for variety.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4-6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 337 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 337kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 353mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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