Curried Chicken Salad Recipe

Name: Curried Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces; ½ cup fresh radish sprouts; 8 ounces water chestnuts, sliced; ½ cup thinly sliced green onion; 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced; 4 cups cooked chicken breasts, cut in 1-inch strips; 16 ounces frozen sweet baby peas, thawed; 2 cups mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons curry powder; 1 tablespoon sugar; ½ teaspoon ground ginger; ½ cup dry roasted peanuts; 18 cherry tomatoes (halved); ½ cup raisins

Servings: persons

6 cups romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
½ cup fresh radish sprouts
8 ounces water chestnuts, sliced
½ cup thinly sliced green onion
1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
4 cups cooked chicken breasts, cut in 1-inch strips
16 ounces frozen sweet baby peas, thawed
2 cups mayonnaise
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 tablespoon sugar
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ cup dry roasted peanuts
18 cherry tomatoes (halved)
½ cup raisins

1
Spread lettuce in an even layer in a 4 quart bowl.
2
Top with layers of bean sprouts, water chestnuts, green onions, cucumber, and chicken.
3
Arrange peas on top.
4
In a bowl, stir together Mayo, curry powder, sugar and ginger.
5
Spread evely over salad.
6
Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours up to 24 hours.
7
Sprinkle salad with peanuts and raisins.
8
Arrange tomatoes around edge of bowl, cut side up.
9
Transport in a cooler.
10
To serve, use a spoon and fork to lift out some of each layer.

1526

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces, ½ cup fresh radish sprouts, 8 ounces water chestnuts, sliced, ½ cup thinly sliced green onion, and more.

Yes, Curried Chicken Salad falls under the Salads 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!

Curried Chicken Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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