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Healthy Curried Chicken Salad

Curried chicken salad with apples, celery, raisins, and almonds, lightly dressed with a yogurt and curry dressing, is welcome at almost any meal or gathering.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 311kcal
Author Rachel Gurk

Equipment

Ingredients

Dressing:

  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (see note)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (can substitute white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper

Salad:

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded or chopped (about 3 cups shredded chicken)
  • 1 cup diced celery (about 3 stalks)
  • 1 cup diced apples (about 1 apple)
  • 1/2 cup chopped scallions (about 3 scallions)
  • 1/4 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup sliced or slivered almonds, toasted (optional)
  • Bread, croissants, lettuce, or crackers for serving

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, curry powder, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  • Add chicken, celery, apples, scallions, raisins and stir well to coat all ingredients with dressing. 
  • Can be eaten immediately, but recommend refrigeration for at least 1 hour for best flavor and texture. If adding nuts, stir in immediately prior to serving or sprinkle on top of each serving.
  • Makes 5 cups or 4 main dish servings. Store leftovers in a covered container for 2-3 days.

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Notes

  • Nutrition information is calculated using nonfat Greek yogurt. Use whatever type you prefer: nonfat, 2%, or full fat Greek yogurt, or regular plain yogurt. 
  • This is a lightly dressed chicken salad. If you prefer a more heavily dressed chicken salad, you may wish to double the dressing ingredients. 
  • Nutrition information is for chicken salad with almonds and does not include bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 480mg | Potassium: 577mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 298IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 2mg