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Description
A high-protein curry chicken salad featuring shredded cooked chicken breast mixed with Greek yogurt, curry spices, fresh vegetables, nuts, and dried fruit for a flavorful and nutritious dish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked chicken breast, shredded
- ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
- 1-2 teaspoons honey (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup diced celery (about 2 stalks)
- 1 cup shredded carrots (about 1 large carrot)
- ½ cup sliced green onions (about 3 full green onions)
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
- ¼ cup dried cranberries (or cherries/raisins)
- ¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, curry powder, turmeric, honey, and lemon juice. Stir until all ingredients are thoroughly blended. Season with salt and black pepper according to your preference.
- Next, incorporate the diced celery, shredded carrots, sliced green onions, sliced almonds, dried cranberries, and chopped cilantro into the bowl. Mix gently to distribute everything evenly.
- Serve this flavorful chicken salad with crackers, nestled in lettuce wraps, as a topping for a green salad, or as a filling for your favorite sandwich or wrap.