Hamdi Saidani This Pioneer Woman Curry Chicken Salad is a creamy and easy recipe, which is made with diced rotisserie chicken and sweet golden raisins. It’s a great choice for a quick lunch, ready in about 45 minutes.
Pioneer Woman Curry Chicken Salad Recipe Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 Tbsp. curry powder
- 1 Tbsp. sugar
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- 3 cups diced rotisserie chicken
- 3/4 cup golden raisins
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced
- 3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
- 6 large croissants, split
How To Make Pioneer Woman Curry Chicken Salad
- Mix the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, heavy cream, chopped cilantro, curry powder, and sugar. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the Salad: Add the diced chicken, golden raisins, slivered almonds, scallions, and celery to the bowl with the dressing. Toss everything together until it is completely coated.
- Chill and Serve: Taste the salad and add more salt and pepper if needed. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve the chicken salad on split croissants.
Recipe Tips
- How to get the best flavor? Chilling the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes before serving is key. This gives the curry powder time to bloom and allows all the flavors to marry together for a more delicious result.
- Can I use a different nut? Yes. If you don’t have slivered almonds, toasted pecans or cashews would also be a wonderful, crunchy addition.
- What else can I add to this salad? For a bit of extra sweetness and crunch, try adding half of a finely diced apple (like a Gala or Honeycrisp). Halved red grapes are also a popular addition to curry chicken salad.
- Can I make this lighter? To reduce the fat content, you can substitute the heavy cream with an equal amount of milk or use all Greek yogurt in place of the mayonnaise and cream for a tangier, higher-protein version.
What To Serve With Curry Chicken Salad
While serving it on croissants is a classic and delicious choice, there are other great ways to enjoy this salad.
- In Lettuce Wraps: Spoon the salad into large, crisp leaves of butter lettuce or romaine for a fresh, low-carb option.
- On a Bed of Greens: Serve a generous scoop over a bed of mixed greens or spinach for a more traditional salad.
- With Crackers: Offer it as a hearty dip or appetizer with a platter of assorted crackers.
- In a Wrap: Roll it up in a large flour tortilla for an easy-to-eat lunch.
How To Store Curry Chicken Salad
- Refrigerate: Store any leftover chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh and delicious for up to 3 days. The flavors often taste even better the next day.
Curry Chicken Salad Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Sugar: 15g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Can I use regular chicken instead of rotisserie?
Yes, this is a perfect recipe for any leftover cooked chicken. Just dice up about 3 cups of baked, poached, or grilled chicken.
Is this chicken salad spicy?
No. Most standard curry powders are flavorful and aromatic rather than spicy-hot. They provide a warm, savory flavor with a hint of sweetness, not a fiery heat.
Why does my chicken salad seem dry the next day?
The chicken and raisins can absorb some of the dressing as the salad sits in the refrigerator. If it seems a little dry, you can easily refresh it by stirring in an extra spoonful of mayonnaise or yogurt before serving.
Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Couscous Salad Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Buffalo Chicken Salad Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Black-Eyed Pea Salad Recipe
Pioneer Woman Curry Chicken Salad Recipe
Description
A quick and creamy curry chicken salad loaded with sweet raisins, crunchy almonds, and fresh celery in a rich and flavorful dressing.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients: mayonnaise, yogurt, cream, cilantro, curry powder, and sugar.
- Season the dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
- Add the diced chicken, raisins, almonds, scallions, and celery to the bowl.
- Toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve chilled on split croissants.
Notes
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