Curry Chicken Salad
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Curry Chicken Salad
Description
The Curry Chicken Salad recipe brings together cooked chicken and mayonnaise subtly flavored with curry powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Finely chopped celery adds crunch, while diced apple lends a refreshing sweetness and juiciness. Sliced almonds contribute a nutty texture, and golden raisins finish the salad with hints of chewy sweetness. After mixing all ingredients, refrigerating the salad for at least an hour allows the flavors to blend and the texture to firm up slightly.
This salad offers a combination of creamy and crunchy textures with a mild curry warmth supported by fruit and nuts, making it a versatile dish for sandwiches, wraps, or served over greens. Its balance of ingredients provides a pleasant contrast that can complement simple accompaniments like crackers or bread.
Chilling before serving is important for flavor development and texture. It is a practical dish for using cooked chicken and can be prepared ahead for gatherings or meals on the go.
Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken chopped, cooked
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp curry powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1/2 cup celery , chopped finely
- 1 apple , diced (fuji, golden, or granny smith are fine)
- 1/2 cup almonds sliced
- 1/4 cup golden raisins
Instructions
- Mix chicken, mayonnaise, curry, salt, pepper, celery, apple, almonds, and raisins together in a serving bowl.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
Notes
- Mix ingredients thoroughly to evenly distribute curry flavor and textures.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least one hour to enhance flavor melding and improve serving texture.
- This salad can be served chilled on its own, with bread, or in wraps for a light meal.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 549 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 549kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 45g | 69% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 86mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 406mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 354mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 135IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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