Curried Chicken Salad
Recipe

A refreshing alternative to tuna, this quick curried blend couldn’t be easier to make. Try it in a pita or on any hearty bread for a delicious sandwich.

 

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Ingredients

1 12.5-ounce can white chicken, drained
2 scallions, green and white parts, chopped
1 small apple, chopped
1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds*
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2+ teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped Italian flat-leaf parsley
* While raw slivered almonds work, toasted nuts add more flavor and crunch.
Directions
  1. Place the chicken, scallions, apple, and almonds in a spacious bowl. Set aside
  2. Using a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise, curry powder, salt, pepper, and parsley together.
  3. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss to coat. Do not overmix.
  4. Taste the salad and adjust the seasonings.
  5. Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours to allow the flavors to develop.
Preparation Time: 
Ten minutes, plus several hours downtime.