Chicken Pasta Salad With Curry Recipe

Name: Chicken Pasta Salad With Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp melted butter; 6 stalks celery, chopped; 2 medium onions, minced; 1 large bunch green grapes (optional); 1 lb rotini pasta, whole wheat or white, cooked and well drained; 2 cup regular or light mayonnaise; 2 to 4 tablespoons curry powder, to taste; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt, to taste; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon garlic powder, to taste; 1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper, to taste; 2 1/2 to 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 8 breasts)

Servings: persons

2 tbsp melted butter
6 stalks celery, chopped
2 medium onions, minced
1 large bunch green grapes (optional)
1 lb rotini pasta, whole wheat or white, cooked and well drained
2 cup regular or light mayonnaise
2 to 4 tablespoons curry powder, to taste
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/2 to 1 teaspoon garlic powder, to taste
1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper, to taste
2 1/2 to 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 8 breasts)

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
Trim the chicken of any fat.
3
Place in a baking pan and drizzle with the melted butter.
4
Season with garlic, pepper and salt.
5
Bake for about 40 minutes, until cooked through.
6
Refrigerate until cool and then cut into chunks.
7
In a serving bowl, combine the chicken, cooked pasta, celery, onion and grapes.
8
In a separate bowl, combine the curry powder with the mayonnaise and mix well.
9
Add to the pasta mixture and stir to combine.
10
Chill for several hours or overnight before serving.
11
Add extra salt and pepper if desired before serving.

1468

kcal

Calories

100

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp melted butter, 6 stalks celery, chopped, 2 medium onions, minced, 1 large bunch green grapes (optional), and more.

Yes, Chicken Pasta Salad With Curry falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Pasta Salad With Curry

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Variations & substitutions

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