The calorie content of curried chicken salad depends on the recipe or the exact quantity and combination of ingredients. One serving of this curried chicken salad recipe contains 335 calories, 27 grams of protein, 19 grams of fat, and 16 grams of carbohydrates.
Storage
The salad can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days.
Curried Chicken Salad
This curried chicken salad is quick and easy to make and a great way to use up leftover chicken. It can be enjoyed on its own, on a salad, in a sandwich, or in a wrap, and keeps well in the fridge so it’s a perfect meal prep idea.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 2 ribs celery, diced
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup cashews or almonds (optional)
- 1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, plain
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, add mayonnaise, yogurt, curry powder, lime juice, a generous pinch of salt, and a bit of black pepper, and whisk until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then set it aside.
- In a large bowl, add chopped chicken, celery, green onion, raisins, cilantro, and nuts (optional), and stir to combine.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until everything is well combined, then taste and adjust the seasoning as needed – you can add another spoonful of mayo and/or yogurt to reach your desired texture.
- The chicken salad can be served immediately or stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 335 calories
- Sugar: 9 grams
- Fat: 19 grams
- Carbohydrates: 16 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 27 grams
