Curried Chicken Salad with Garam Masala Biscuits

Name: Curried Chicken Salad with Garam Masala Biscuits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 carrot, coarsely chopped; 1 onion, coarsely chopped; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; 1 bay leaf; 4 pounds chicken breast halves, on the bone, with skin; 1 cup mayonnaise, plus more for spreading; 1 tablespoon curry powder; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 3 cups red grapes (about 14 ounces), halved; 2 celery ribs, preferably from the heart, finely diced; 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro; 1/4 cup shelled pistachios, toasted (see Note); Salt and freshly ground pepper; Garam Masala Biscuits

Servings: persons

1 carrot, coarsely chopped
1 onion, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 bay leaf
4 pounds chicken breast halves, on the bone, with skin
1 cup mayonnaise, plus more for spreading
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3 cups red grapes (about 14 ounces), halved
2 celery ribs, preferably from the heart, finely diced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1/4 cup shelled pistachios, toasted (see Note)
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Garam Masala Biscuits

1
Fill a large pot with 3 quarts of water.
2
Add the carrot, onion, peppercorns and bay leaf and bring to a simmer.
3
Add the chicken and simmer over moderate heat until cooked through, about 30 minutes.
4
Transfer the chicken to a plate and refrigerate until cool enough to handle.
5
Reserve the broth for another use.
6
Discard all of the chicken skin.
7
Remove the meat from the bones and cut it into 1/2-inch pieces.
8
In a medium bowl, mix the 1 cup of mayonnaise with the curry powder and lime juice.
9
Stir in the chicken pieces, grapes, celery, cilantro and pistachios and season with salt and pepper.
10
Serve the chicken salad with the Garam Masala Biscuits on the side.
11
Alternatively, split the biscuits in half and spread them lightly with mayonnaise.
12
Mound the chicken salad on the bottom halves and close the sandwiches.
13
Serve right away.

1258

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

144

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 carrot, coarsely chopped, 1 onion, coarsely chopped, 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Curried Chicken Salad with Garam Masala Biscuits 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!