Curry Chicken Salad by Paula Deen
Brighten up your lunch routine with Paula Deen's Curry Chicken Salad, a flavorful twist on a classic dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious. This quick and easy recipe combines tender shredded chicken with creamy mayonnaise infused with fragrant curry powder, creating a rich and aromatic base. Crunchy celery, juicy red grape halves, and toasted slivered almonds add layers of texture and sweetness, while a touch of salt and black pepper ties it all together. Perfect for meal prep, this salad takes just 15 minutes to whip up and can be enjoyed chilled in sandwiches, served atop crackers, or as a refreshing protein-packed topping for a bed of greens. Whether you're hosting a luncheon or looking for an elevated weekday meal, this curry chicken salad is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Curry powder
- 1 cup Celery, finely chopped
- 1 cup Red grapes, halved
- 0.5 cup Slivered almonds, toasted
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and curry powder. Stir until the curry powder is evenly incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
Step 2
Add the shredded or diced chicken breast to the bowl and mix until the chicken is well-coated with the curry mayonnaise.
Step 3
Fold in the chopped celery, halved red grapes, and toasted slivered almonds. Mix gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Step 4
Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 6
Serve chilled as a sandwich filling, a topping for crackers, or over a bed of greens.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1316.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3378.1 |
| Total Fat 228.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.4g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 843.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4416.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 91.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 28.1g | |
| Protein 230.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 320.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2916.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories