Curry Chicken Salad has tender chicken, crunchy cashews, sweet raisins, crisp celery, and fresh cilantro in a creamy curry dressing.
Try these other versions next: classic Chicken Salad, Honey Mustard Chicken Salad, or Pineapple Chicken Salad.
The Best Curry Chicken Salad
Chicken salad is my go-to meal for a quick family dinner or lunch. With just five ingredients in the salad and six in the dressing, this Curry Chicken Salad is ready in about 15 minutes, thanks to rotisserie chicken.
Mix everything together, serve on lettuce or bread, and your meal is done!
QUICK TIP Using rotisserie chicken already saves time, but did you know you can buy pre-shredded rotisserie chicken? While it costs a bit more, it can cut down on prep time when you’re in a hurry.
Curry Chicken Salad Ingredients
Rotisserie Chicken: Use pre-shredded rotisserie chicken for even faster prep.
Roasted Cashews: Coarsely chop for added crunch and flavor.
Golden Raisins: Adds a touch of sweetness; regular raisins work too.
Celery: Thinly slice for a crisp texture.
Cilantro: Finely chop for fresh, vibrant flavor in every bite!
Dressing Ingredients
Mayo: Full-fat for creamiest chicken salad, but light works too.
Sour Cream: Fat-free or light is great for lighter option.
Honey: Balances the curry’s spice with sweetness.
Dijon Mustard: Adds a tangy kick.
Curry powder: Use a blend or brand you love for the best flavor!
Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed for a touch of freshness!
Salt and Pepper: Season to taste; start with 1/4 teaspoon each.
How to Make Curry Chicken Salad
Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients.
Mix: Gently stir until combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve: Enjoy layered on bread or croissants with lettuce, or serve alongside fresh mango, red grapes, or a tart apple. Enjoy!
Serving Ideas for Curry Chicken Salad
Sandwich: Toast bread or warm croissants, then add lettuce and curry chicken salad.
Lettuce Wraps: Use large lettuce leaves as wraps for a low-carb option.
Stuffed Tomatoes or Peppers: Fill hollowed tomatoes or bell peppers with the salad.
With Crackers: Serve as a dip with your favorite crackers.
Over Greens: Put a scoop on top of a bed of mixed greens.
With Fresh Fruit: Pair with slices of mango, grapes, or apple.
Switch It Up
Greek Yogurt: Use full-fat plain Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for more tang.
Keto-Friendly: This curry chicken salad is keto-friendly. Serve it in a lettuce wrap to keep it low-carb.
With Grapes: Add 1/2 cup of halved red grapes for extra sweetness. Use leftover grapes in Broccoli Grape Pasta Salad.
With Apples: Add 1/2 cup of diced Granny Smith apple for a tart crunch.
With Mango: Pair with fresh, ripe mango. Serve on the side or dice and mix it in. Here’s a quick tutorial on how to cut a mango.
STORAGEStorage
Refrigerate: Store in airtight containers within 1 hour of making.
Shelf Life: Keeps for 3-5 days in the fridge. Curry chicken salad doesn’t freeze and thaw great.
Check Freshness: If it smells bad or looks off, throw it out. Stir if it separates.
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Curry Chicken Salad
This Curry Chicken Salad whips together in 15 minutes or less; it’s packed with flavor and requires minimal ingredients!
Curry Chicken Salad
This Curry Chicken Salad whips together in 15 minutes or less; it’s packed with flavor and requires minimal ingredients!
Keyword curry chicken salad
Prep Time 15 minutes minutes Total Time 15 minutes minutes
Chelsea Lords
InstructionsIn a large bowl, combine all the ingredients. Gently stir until combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.Enjoy layered on bread or croissants with lettuce, or serve alongside fresh mango, red grapes, or a tart apple. Enjoy!
Recipe NotesStorage: Refrigerate the curry chicken salad in airtight containers within 1 hour of making. It keeps for 3-5 days in the fridge but doesn’t freeze and thaw well. If it smells bad or looks off, throw it out. Stir if it separates.
Nutrition FactsServing: 4servings | Calories: 223kcal | Carbohydrates: 26.2g | Protein: 8.7g | Fat: 10.5g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 196.2mg | Fiber: 1.6g | Sugar: 16.2g
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