Craving a lunch that'll transport your taste buds on a culinary adventure? Get ready to discover the ultimate Curry Chicken Salad with Almonds - a dish that effortlessly blends creamy, crunchy, and exotic flavors in one irresistible bite! This isn't just another boring chicken salad; it's a gourmet experience that will elevate your meal game from ordinary to extraordinary. Packed with aromatic curry, toasted almonds, and sweet raisins, this recipe promises to be your new go-to comfort food that's both sophisticated and supremely satisfying.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Salad
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1/4 cup almonds, chopped
- 1/4 cup celery, chopped
- 1/4 cup raisins
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks, ensuring the chicken is cool and well-separated.
- Toast the chopped almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until they become fragrant and lightly golden. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- Finely dice the celery into small, uniform pieces to provide a crisp texture to the salad.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and curry powder until well combined, creating a smooth and aromatic dressing.
- Add the curry-mayonnaise mixture to the shredded chicken, stirring gently to ensure even coating and distribution of the dressing.
- Fold in the chopped celery, toasted almonds, and raisins into the chicken mixture, mixing carefully to maintain the salad's texture.
- Season with salt to taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed for balanced flavor.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and chill.
- Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and taste for final seasoning adjustments.
- Serve chilled, optionally on a bed of lettuce or as a sandwich filling.
Tips
- Use leftover rotisserie chicken for an even quicker preparation time
- Toast almonds carefully - they can burn quickly, so keep stirring and watch closely
- For maximum flavor, let the salad chill for at least an hour before serving to allow spices to develop
- Choose a high-quality curry powder for more complex, rich taste
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for half the mayonnaise
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving to brighten the flavors
- Experiment with different nuts like cashews or pistachios for unique texture variations
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 75mg
