Home > Dinner > Curry Chicken Salad Curry Chicken Salad December 10, 2019 | 4 Comments SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Jump to Recipe This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. Curry Chicken Salad whips together in just 15 minutes; it’s packed with flavor and requires minimal ingredients! Make sure to try these other variations: traditional Chicken Salad, Honey Mustard Chicken Salad, or this Pineapple Chicken Salad! The Best Curry Chicken Salad Chicken salad is always my go-to meal when I need to quickly feed the family. The salad has only five ingredients, and the dressing has six. Thanks to a major shortcut (hello, rotisserie chicken!), this Curry Chicken Salad really comes together in about 15 minutes, maybe even less. Just stir everything together, pile it onto some lettuce or bread, and dinner is served. It’s so quick and easy! QUICK TIP Using rotisserie chicken in this salad already saves a load of time, but did you know you can buy already shredded rotisserie chicken? While it’s a bit pricier, when you’re in a hurry, it can cut down on some prep time. Ingredients In Curry Chicken Salad Recipe Salad Cooked rotisserie chicken serves as the primary protein and main component. Roasted cashews add crunch and a nutty taste. Golden raisins offer sweetness and chewiness. Thinly sliced celery provides a crisp texture. Finely chopped cilantro brings a fresh, herby flavor. Dressing Full-fat mayonnaise and sour cream create a creamy base. Honey and Dijon mustard combine for a sweet and tangy flavor. Curry powder adds spice and aroma. Lemon juice introduces a bright, acidic touch. How To Make Curry Chicken Salad Mix Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine chopped rotisserie chicken, coarsely chopped cashews, golden raisins, thinly sliced celery, and finely chopped cilantro. Prepare Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, honey, Dijon mustard, curry powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. Combine: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently stir to combine. Serve: Enjoy the salad with fresh fruits like mango or grapes, or layer it on bread or croissants with lettuce. Switch It Up Sandwich: Toast some bread or warm croissants, then layer them with lettuce and a few spoonfuls of curry chicken salad (my favorite way to eat this!). Salad with Greek Yogurt: Replace the sour cream with full-fat plain Greek yogurt for a slightly tangier taste. Keto Salad: This salad is naturally keto-friendly. Serve it in a lettuce wrap to maintain its keto suitability. With Grapes: Occasionally, halve red grapes and toss them into the mixture, using about 1/2 cup of sliced red grapes. Use extra grapes in this Broccoli Grape Pasta Salad. With Apples: Sometimes, add in about 1/2 cup of diced Granny Smith (or similar tart) apple. With Mango: The recipe pairs well with fresh, ripe mango. Serve it on the side or dice it and add it to the mixture! Learn how to cut a mango here. STORAGE Storage Refrigerate this chicken salad in airtight containers, within 2 hours of preparing. When properly stored, it should last for 3-5 days in the fridge. You can tell if Curry Chicken Salad is bad if it develops an “off” odor or the flavor/appearance changes. That said, a little separation is normal; stir it back up again as needed. More Quick And Easy Recipes Chicken Ramen Chicken Tortilla Soup Rotisserie Chicken Tacos Crispy Chicken Salad Chicken Chow Mein FOLLOW ALONG! Subscribe to my newsletter and follow along on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram for the latest updates, recipes and content. Curry Chicken Salad 5 from 5 votes - Review this recipe This Curry Chicken Salad whips together in 15 minutes or less; it's packed with flavor and requires minimal ingredients! SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Print Recipe Curry Chicken Salad 5 from 5 votes - Review this recipe SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Print Recipe This Curry Chicken Salad whips together in 15 minutes or less; it's packed with flavor and requires minimal ingredients! Course Dinner Cuisine American Keyword curry chicken salad Prep Time 15 minutes minutes Total Time 15 minutes minutes Servings 4 servings Chelsea Lords Calories 223kcal Author Chelsea Lords Cost $5.91 Ingredients▢ 2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, chopped into small pieces▢ 1/2 cup roasted cashews, coarsely chopped▢ 1/3 cup golden raisins▢ 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery (~2 stalks)▢ 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantroDressing▢ 1/4 cup full-fat mayonnaise▢ 2 tablespoons sour cream (fat-free or light is great!)▢ 1 tablespoon honey▢ 1 and 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard▢ 1 teaspoon curry powder▢ 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice▢ Salt and pepper to taste (1/4 teaspoon each)▢ Enjoy layered on bread or croissants with lettuce; serve alongside fresh mango, red grapes, and/or a tart appleUS - Metric USMetric InstructionsSALAD: In a large bowl, add in the chopped rotisserie chicken, coarsely chopped cashews, golden raisins, thinly sliced celery, and finely chopped cilantro.DRESSING: In a separate bowl, add the mayo, sour cream, honey, Dijon mustard, curry powder, lemon juice, and a generous (or to taste) sprinkle of salt + pepper (I add about 1/4 teaspoon salt & pepper). Whisk until combined and completely smooth. Taste and adjust for seasonings (salt, pepper, additional curry powder, etc.).COMBINE: Pour the dressing over the salad and very gently stir all of the ingredients together until combined. SERVE: Enjoy with fresh mango, grapes, or a tart apple or layer it on a croissant and add some lettuce. Enjoy immediately. 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 We do our best to provide accurate nutritional analysis for our recipes. Our nutritional data is calculated using a third-party algorithm and may vary, based on individual cooking styles, measurements, and ingredient sizes. Please use this information for comparison purposes and consult a health professional for nutrition guidance as needed. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? I love hearing from you when you've made one of my recipes! 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Chelsea, this recipe is so good. I just made it for lunch and it is so tasty. I love the texture of the cashews with the raisins and chicken and the dressing has a great flavor. Thank you for sharing your recipe. I.can say I will be making it often. Reply
This was soooo good, my husband made it tonight for dinner on croissants. He omitted the curry but I told him next time we will have to include it, I loooove curry, but it was still delicious without it! Great recipe. Reply
