Curry Chicken Salad with Apples

5 from 1 vote

Curry Chicken Salad with Apples

This is a variation of our healthy chicken salad base recipe. We love classic chicken salad, but sometimes it’s fun to add a little pizazz! This curry chicken salad with apples uses Greek yogurt to boost nutrition, curry powder to add flavor and color, and apples and celery for a satisfying crunch.

Prep Time8

Total Time8

Course: Main Dish

Cuisine: Indian, American

Servings: servings

Calories: 236kcal

Ingredients

¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
¼ cup mayonnaise (olive or canola oil based)
2 Tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons curry powder
½ Tablespoon lemon juice
1 small garlic clove, minced (~½ teaspoon)
2 cups diced or shredded cooked chicken (~10 ounces cooked)
½ small apple, diced ½" (~¼ cup)
1 small celery stalk, diced ½" (~¼ cup)
2 Tablespoons finely diced red onion
Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, cilantro, curry powder, lemon juice, and garlic in a large bowl.
Add chicken, apple, celery, and red onion. Using a spatula, fold to gently combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Eat on its own with whole grain crackers or make a sandwich, wrap, or green salad. Enjoy!

Notes

Mix together the curry chicken salad dressing first to ensure that all the ingredients are evenly distributed before adding the remaining ingredients.

If you are unsure about the strength of the curry flavor, start with 1 teaspoon, then add more to YOUR taste!

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