Best 7 Curried Chicken Apple And Almond Salad Recipes

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From the vibrant street food stalls of India to the sophisticated kitchens of Michelin-starred restaurants, chicken salad has undergone a culinary journey like no other. This article presents a tantalizing trio of chicken salad recipes, each offering a unique blend of flavors and textures that will elevate your taste buds to culinary heaven.

First, we embark on a flavor-packed adventure with the Curried Chicken Salad with Apples and Almonds. This salad is an explosion of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors, featuring succulent chicken, crisp apples, crunchy almonds, and a creamy curry dressing that brings it all together.

Next, we present the Smoked Chicken Salad with Grapes and Pecans, a dish that captures the essence of smoky barbecue. Tender smoked chicken, juicy grapes, crunchy pecans, and a tangy honey mustard dressing create a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Last but not least, we introduce the Tarragon Chicken Salad with Celery and Walnuts, a classic combination that never fails to impress. Delicate tarragon, crisp celery, crunchy walnuts, and a creamy mayonnaise dressing combine to create a light and refreshing salad that is perfect for a quick lunch or a delightful side dish.

So, get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we explore these three exceptional chicken salad recipes. Let your taste buds be tantalized by the harmonious blend of flavors and textures, and discover a new appreciation for this versatile dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH WITH ALMONDS AND RAISINS



Curried Chicken Salad Sandwich with Almonds and Raisins image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Time 29m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds total)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise, plus extra, if you like, for spreading
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup chopped, blanched almonds, toasted
1/4 cup raisins
A handful fresh basil leaves, torn
8 slices good-quality, dense white bread such as Tuscan

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Heat the oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat until smoking. Sprinkle the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper. Put them in the pan in a single layer, and brown them 2 minutes on each side. Put the skillet in the oven and roast until the chicken is just cooked through, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool.
  • Chop the cooled chicken and put it into a large bowl. Add the rest of the ingredients and toss. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Spread 4 bread slices with mayonnaise, if you like, and spread with the curried chicken. Top with another slice of bread and serve.

CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD ON APPLE ROUNDS



Curried Chicken Salad on Apple Rounds image

These clever little low-calorie and gluten-free sandwiches use apple rounds to stand in for the bread. We prefer crisp, red varieties but Granny Smiths work just as well.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 8 sandwiches (2 per person)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup 2-percent Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 scallions, sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons mild curry powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 rotisserie chicken, meat shredded, skin and bones discarded (about 2 cups meat)
1/2 rotisserie chicken, meat shredded, skin and bones discarded (about 2 cups meat)
1/4 cup pecans, chopped
1/4 cup loosely packed parsley leaves, chopped
1 small stalk celery, finely chopped
3 tablespoons golden raisins
3 large crisp red apples, such as Pink Lady or Honeycrisp
8 small Boston or Bibb lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Whisk together the yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, scallions, curry powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper in a medium bowl. Add the chicken, pecans, parsley, celery and raisins and fold to combine. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use (up to 3 days).
  • Core the apples and cut each into six to eight 1/4-inch thick rounds, for a total of 16 rounds. Arrange a lettuce leaf on 8 apple rounds and top each with about 1/4 cup of chicken salad. Sandwich with the remaining apple slices. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calorie, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 1.5 grams, Cholesterol 5 milligrams, Sodium 300 milligrams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 18 grams

CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD



Curried Chicken Salad image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

One 3- to 4-pound roast chicken, home roasted or store-bought, recipe follows
3/4 cup golden raisins, plus more for garnish
1/2 cup slivered almonds, plus more for garnish
4 scallions, sliced
3 stalks celery, sliced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons curry powder
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 3- to 4-pound chicken
Olive oil, for drizzling
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the roast chicken into small pieces and discard the skin and bones. Put the chicken, raisins, almonds, scallions and celery in a large bowl. In another bowl, mix the mayonnaise, yogurt, cream, curry powder, cilantro, sugar and some salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Allow to chill for several hours (or even overnight).
  • Before serving, garnish with more raisins and slivered almonds. Serve on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Put the chicken in a roasting pan, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Roast until the juices run clear, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Let cool completely before using for chicken salad.

CURRIED CHICKEN, APPLE, AND ALMOND SALAD



Curried Chicken, Apple, and Almond Salad image

This is great on sandwiches or as a dip for crackers and pita chips. My 2 year old daughter loves to just eat it with a spoon!

Provided by s_pamgirl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken breasts
1/2 medium apple, diced
1/4 slivered almonds
2 tablespoons minced onions
2 teaspoons yellow mustard
2 teaspoons curry powder (or to taste)
1/2 cup Smart Beat fat free mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Fold all ingredients together. Chill for at least 2 hours to let flavors blend. Serve in as a sandwich filling or as a dip for crackers or pita chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.6, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 35.3, Sodium 38, Carbohydrate 2.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.6, Protein 12.7

FRUITED CURRY CHICKEN SALAD



Fruited Curry Chicken Salad image

A healthy and tasty chicken salad with a fruity twist - great on a croissant or in a honey pita. The salad is best if eaten the day after preparation. This allows the ingredients time to mingle, giving a fuller flavor.

Provided by Karen L. Baker

Categories     Salad     Curry Salad Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cooked and diced
1 stalk celery, chopped
½ onion, chopped
1 small apple - peeled, cored and chopped
⅓ cup golden raisins
⅓ cup seedless green grapes, halved
½ cup chopped toasted pecans
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon curry powder
¾ cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl combine the chicken, celery, onion, apple, raisins, grapes, pecans, pepper, curry powder and mayonnaise. Mix all together, tossing to coat. Salad is ready to serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Cholesterol 44.4 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 152.6 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

QUICK AND EASY CURRY CHICKEN SALAD FOR LUNCHES



Quick and Easy Curry Chicken Salad for Lunches image

Curry chicken salad is one of my favorite recipes to make ahead for a week of effortless but delicious lunches. This recipe is so flavorful and has ton of great texture. There are so many ways you can eat this chicken salad: sandwich, mixed into a salad, scooped into lettuce cups, spooned into cucumbers or other veggies, dipped with pita, spread on top of toast, or just eaten straight out of the container! Curry chicken salad is also a great party app, just place dollops in little cucumber cups, finger sandwiches, or crackers and serve!

Provided by Stirs and Stripes

Categories     Chicken Salad

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup plain yogurt
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon curry powder
½ pound shredded cooked chicken breast
1 medium apple, peeled and diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 stalk green onion, finely chopped, or more to taste
½ cup sliced almonds
¼ cup raisins
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk yogurt and mayonnaise together in a medium bowl until blended. Add curry powder and stir to combine. Stir in shredded chicken until evenly coated. Add apple, celery, green onion, almonds, and raisins; season with salt and pepper. Stir gently to until thoroughly combined and all ingredients are coated with curry-yogurt.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 36.9 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 107 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

CHUNKY APPLE AND ALMOND CHICKEN SALAD



Chunky Apple and Almond Chicken Salad image

I like this chicken salad because it is chunky, crunchy, and light. While I prefer to leave the skin on the apple for color and nutrition, you could remove it.

Provided by MandAs

Categories     Chicken

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cooked chicken, cut into chunks
1 small apple, cut into chunks
1/4 cup almonds, whole
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Toss apple with lemon juice. Stir together with remaining ingredients. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Chill for at least 30 minutes (optional).
  • Serve on thick sliced bread, crackers, or a bed of lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.6, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 110.2, Sodium 284.1, Carbohydrate 13.3, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 7.4, Protein 39.1

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or leftover chicken from a previous meal.
  • For a sweeter salad, use sweeter apples, such as Honeycrisp or Fuji.
  • If you don't have almonds on hand, you can substitute another type of nut, such as walnuts or pecans.
  • Use a good quality curry powder for the best flavor. If you can, find a curry powder that is specifically made for chicken.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of curry powder to your taste. If you like a milder curry, use less powder. If you like a spicier curry, use more powder.
  • Serve the salad immediately after making it, or the apples will start to brown.

Conclusion:

Curried chicken, apple, and almond salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. The salad is also a good way to use up leftover chicken and apples.

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