Curry-spiced chicken salad with fruits and nuts

Enjoy a burst of flavors with this Curry-Spiced Chicken Salad, featuring tender chicken breasts, fresh fruits like apples, grapes, and raisins, crunchy celery and pecans, and a zesty curry mayonnaise dressing. Perfect for a refreshing meal!

  • 20 Jan 2025
  • Cook time 0 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 8 Servings
  • 10 Ingredients

Curry-spiced chicken salad with fruits and nuts

This Curry-Spiced Chicken Salad with Fruits and Nuts is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures. The savory taste of curry-spiced chicken combined with the sweetness of fruits and the crunch of nuts creates a refreshing and nutritious dish. Perfect for a light lunch or a picnic, this salad offers a unique twist on a classic favorite.

Ingredients:

4 chicken breasts
340g
1 stalk celery
130g
1/2 onion
54g
1 apple
180g
1/3 cup raisins
50g
8 grapes
390g
1/2 cup pecans
55g
1/8 tsp black pepper
1/4g
1/2 tsp curry powder
1g
11.99 tbsp mayonnaise salad dressing
180g

Instructions:

1. Cook the Chicken:
- Begin by boiling the chicken breasts in a pot of water until fully cooked, which should take about 15-20 minutes. You can also bake or grill the chicken if preferred.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and allow it to cool.
- After it has cooled, dice the chicken into small bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
2. Prepare the Vegetables and Fruits:
- While the chicken is cooling, finely chop the celery and onion.
- Core and dice the apple into small pieces.
- Halve or quarter the grapes, depending on their size.
3. Mix the Salad Base:
- Add the diced chicken, chopped celery, onion, apple, halved or quartered grapes, and raisins to the large mixing bowl.
4. Add Nuts and Spices:
- Roughly chop the pecans and add them to the mixing bowl with the chicken and other ingredients.
- Sprinkle in the black pepper and curry powder.
5. Combine with Dressing:
- Add the mayonnaise salad dressing to the bowl containing the chicken mixture.
- Stir all the ingredients thoroughly until everything is well-coated with the dressing.
6. Chill and Serve:
- Transfer the salad to a serving dish and cover it with plastic wrap.
- Place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled, either on its own, over a bed of greens, or in a sandwich.

Tips:

- For an extra layer of flavor, marinate the chicken breasts in a mix of curry powder, salt, and olive oil for at least an hour before cooking.

- You can substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise to make the salad a bit lighter and add a tangy flavor.

- Feel free to add more fruits like pineapple or mango for added sweetness and tropical flair.

- To save time, use rotisserie chicken or pre-cooked chicken breasts.

- To keep the apple from browning, toss the chopped pieces in a bit of lemon juice before adding them to the salad.

- Toast the pecans lightly to enhance their nuttiness and crunch.

Your Curry-Spiced Chicken Salad with Fruits and Nuts is now ready to be enjoyed! This vibrant and flavorful salad is sure to be a hit. Whether served on a bed of greens, as a sandwich filling, or enjoyed on its own, this dish is both delicious and versatile.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size170 grams
Energy
Calories 220kcal11%
Protein
Protein 11g7%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 22g6%
Fiber 2.35g6%
Sugar 16g17%
Fat
Fat 11g13%
Saturated 1.46g5%
Cholesterol 36mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 11ug1%
Choline 45mg9%
Vitamin B1 0.14mg12%
Vitamin B2 0.15mg12%
Vitamin B3 4.43mg28%
Vitamin B6 0.45mg26%
Vitamin B9 16ug4%
Vitamin B12 0.10ug4%
Vitamin C 3.89mg4%
Vitamin E 0.86mg6%
Vitamin K 22ug18%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 27mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.19mg22%
Iron, Fe 0.72mg7%
Magnesium, Mg 30mg7%
Phosphorus, P 140mg11%
Potassium, K 400mg12%
Selenium, Se 10ug19%
Sodium, Na 180mg12%
Zinc, Zn 0.72mg7%
Water
Water 130g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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