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A smiling woman presenting a rustic ceramic bowl filled with vibrant Curried Chicken Salad, garnished with fresh herbs and raisins, set in a brightly lit kitchen.
Stav Kogan

Curried Chicken Salad

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 268

Ingredients
  

  • 0.5 cup (4 oz / 113g) mashed avocado and garlic, at room temperature
  • 1 tsp (0.17 oz / 5g) apple-cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp (0.5 oz / 15g) fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tsp (0.2 oz / 6g) powdered turmeric
  • 1 tsp (0.1 oz / 3g) powdered ginger
  • 0.25 tsp (0.05 oz / 1.5g) sea salt
  • 16 oz (454g) shredded pastured chicken breast
  • 0.25 cup (1.3 oz / 38g) chopped red onion
  • 0.25 cup (1.3 oz / 38g) raisins
  • 2 tbsp (0.1 oz / 4g) chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the 1 tbsp. (0.5 oz / 15g) fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp. (0.17 oz / 5g) apple-cider vinegar, 0.5 cup (4 oz / 113g) avocado and garlic mash, 1 tsp. (0.1 oz / 3g) powdered ginger, 2 tsp. (0.2 oz / 6g) powdered turmeric, and 0.25 tsp. (0.05 oz / 1.5g) sea salt, whisking until the wet and dry spices are perfectly blended into a creamy base.
  2. Add the 16 oz (454g) shredded pastured chicken breast, 0.25 cup (1.3 oz / 38g) raisins, and 0.25 cup (1.3 oz / 38g) chopped red onion directly into the bowl; stir rigorously to fold the ingredients together until the chicken is thoroughly and evenly coated with the curried avocado mixture.
  3. Garnish the top of the dish with the 2 tbsp. (0.1 oz / 4g) chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
  4. Let the Flavors Marinate: While this is a brilliant 10-minute, no-cook recipe, letting the salad sit in the refrigerator for 30 to 60 minutes before serving allows the turmeric, ginger, and garlic to fully meld with the chicken.
  5. Shredding Hack: If you are cooking chicken breasts from scratch rather than using pre-cooked, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to shred the warm chicken breast in seconds. It saves time and creates the perfect texture for holding onto the curried dressing.
  6. Choose the Right Avocado: Because this recipe relies on avocado instead of mayonnaise for its creaminess, ensure your avocado is perfectly ripe. It should yield to gentle pressure but not feel mushy.
    Customize the Crunch: If you prefer a bit more texture in your chicken salad, fold in a tablespoon of toasted slivered almonds, chopped cashews, or finely diced celery.

Nutrition

Calories: 268kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 36gFat: 8g

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