Are you a curry fan? This curry chicken salad with raisins is a savory-sweet, creamy dish featuring diced or shredded chicken, curry powder, mayonnaise, celery, raisins and a kiss of ginger. If you know me, you know I love my chicken salads so there are lots of options here! Try this Chicken Salad with Walnuts and Cranberries or this Herbed Chicken Salad of how about a Dill Pickle Turkey (or Chicken) Salad?
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Curry chicken salad offers a vibrant twist on traditional chicken salad: It features aromatic, warm spices contrasted by sweet, chewy raisins, and crunchy celery. It’s a versatile, high-protein meal prep thats perfect for lunches!
It’s Paleo and Whole30: Having no gluten, grains, or dairy, it is the perfect dish if you need to keep it Paleo or Whole30 friendly.
Ingredients You Will Need
Chicken: is a lean cut of meat from the chicken that can be baked, grilled or poached and is so versatile. I like Grass Roots Coop for my meat purchases.
Celery: is a nutrient rich, low calorie food and adds a delightful crunch to this salad.
Onion: is an all-purpose onion most commonly used in cooking and has a strong flavor that mellows into a deep sweetness when cooked, caramelized, or roasted.
Raisins: are dried grapes, that are sweet, chewy, and nutrient dense. Choose unsweetened to keep this recipe Paleo and Whole30 friendly.
Avocado oil mayonnaise: offers a unique creamy texture and a healthier fat profile.
Lime: are a small, green citrus fruit know for its sour taste and high vitamin C content.
Curry powder: is a blend of spices, typically made with turmeric, coriander, cumin, fenugreek, and other aromatic ingredients.
Ginger: adds a warm and aromatic flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the dish.
Salt: always salt in moderation in accordance with your dietary preferences.
Fresh cilantro: has a flavor that is often described as bright, herbaceous, and citrusy.
Instructions
In a small bowl: combine the avocado oil mayo, curry, ginger, salt, cilantro and lime juice mixing well.
Mix the diced chicken: in a large bowl with the celery, onions and raisins.
Stir in the dressing: and toss well to coat.
Enjoy!
Recipe Tips and Tricks
Soften the raisins: in warm water for about 10 minutes if you want to serve the curry chicken salad immediately. Skip this step if you plan to make this salad ahead of time.
When planning roasted chicken for dinner: make extra so you have enough leftover to make this salad!
Recipe Variations
Almond slices: are a perfect, crunchy addition to this curry chicken salad.
Greek yogurt: will add a nice tang in place of the avocado oil mayonnaise if you are not concerned with keeping this recipe dairy-free.
Fresh parsley: can be used in place of the fresh cilantro.
Storage Tips
Store this curry chicken salad in the fridge for 5 days when placed in an airtight glass container.
FAQ’s About Curry Chicken Salad
What are common mistakes to avoid when making this salad?
Not allowing the salad to chill for at least an hour before serving to let the curry flavors fully develop.
Ignoring texture by skipping the celery or nuts for crunch.
Should I use black or golden raisins?
Both work well in this recipe.
What kind of curry powder should I use?
I prefer mild or medium so it doesn’t over power the other flavors.
Curry Chicken Salad
Ingredients
Method
- In a small bowl, combine the mayo, curry, ginger, salt, cilantro and lime juice mixing well.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced chicken, celery, onions and raisins, mixing well.
- Stir in the dressing and toss well to coat.
- Enjoy!
