Curried Chicken Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
17%
Curried Chicken Salad
35 min.
6
406kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and flavorful dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner? Look no further than this delightful Curried Chicken Salad! Bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, this gluten-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that will impress your family and friends.

Imagine tender, juicy chicken breast simmered to perfection, then combined with the sweetness of ripe mango and the crunch of salted roasted cashews. The addition of red onion and halved grapes adds a delightful contrast, while the creamy dressing made from mayonnaise and yogurt, infused with aromatic curry powder, lime juice, and a hint of honey, ties everything together beautifully.

This dish is not just about taste; it’s also a nutritious option, with a balanced caloric breakdown that makes it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. With only 406 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying main course or a light meal, this Curried Chicken Salad is versatile enough to fit any occasion.

Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the perfect solution for busy weeknights or a leisurely weekend lunch. So grab your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a dish that’s as delicious as it is easy to make!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 lb chicken breast boneless skinless
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.8 pound mangos pitted peeled chopped
  • cup onion red chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoons curry powder 
  • ounces grapes red seedless halved
  • teaspoon honey 
  • 0.5 cup roasted cashews salted coarsely chopped
  • 1.8 cups chicken broth 
  • 0.3 cup yogurt plain

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Bring 4 cups water to a simmer with chicken broth in a 2- to 3-quart saucepan.
  2. Add chicken and simmer, uncovered, 6 minutes.
  3. Remove pan from heat and cover, then let stand until chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  4. Transfer chicken to a plate and cool 10 minutes. Chop into 1/2-inch pieces.
  5. While chicken is cooling, whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, curry, lime juice, honey, ginger, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  6. Add chicken, onion, mango, grapes, and cashews and stir gently to combine.

Nutrition Facts

Calories406kcal
Protein27.31%
Fat50.96%
Carbs21.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.17
Glycemic Load
7.06
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
21.076521899389%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.06mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.98mg
Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.22mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.2mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
5.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:405.5kcal
20.27%
Fat:23.3g
35.84%
Saturated Fat:4.29g
26.79%
Carbohydrates:22.36g
7.45%
Net Carbohydrates:19.83g
7.21%
Sugar:15.22g
16.91%
Cholesterol:83.56mg
27.85%
Sodium:780.61mg
33.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.09g
56.18%
Vitamin B3:12.68mg
63.41%
Selenium:39.52µg
56.45%
Vitamin B6:1.03mg
51.29%
Vitamin K:42.4µg
40.38%
Phosphorus:340.69mg
34.07%
Vitamin C:25.74mg
31.2%
Copper:0.42mg
20.96%
Potassium:733.15mg
20.95%
Vitamin B5:2.01mg
20.08%
Magnesium:76.62mg
19.16%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.55%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.75%
Vitamin A:708.8IU
14.18%
Vitamin E:1.9mg
12.68%
Folate:47.1µg
11.77%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11%
Zinc:1.65mg
10.97%
Iron:1.97mg
10.96%
Fiber:2.53g
10.1%
Calcium:55.31mg
5.53%
Vitamin B12:0.31µg
5.22%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.1%
Source:Epicurious