published Mar 02, 2022, updated Jul 10, 2024 I enjoy this curry chicken salad recipe more often than I care to admit — especially in the hot summer months when I just want a bite of something cool and refreshing! And this recipe checks both of those boxes and more. It’s way more flavorful than classic chicken salad. The mayonnaise is mixed with Major Grey chutney, curry powder, and lime juice (among other things) to make a tangy chutney dressing. There are several iterations of curry powder at your disposal: Indian, Malaysian, Madras, Vindaloo — they’re all a little different, and all very delicious. Like many recipes, it contains grapes. But I double (or triple) down by throwing raisins and green apples into the mix for even more dimension of flavor and texture! Serve simply on fresh greens, in a lettuce or regular wrap, on pita, or as a sandwich.
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Sharp Knife – Cubing meat, slicing fruit, dicing vegetables — a lot of knifework goes into making curry chicken salad with grapes!
Storing and Freezing
Curry chicken salad with grapes can be refrigerated for up to 4 days. Keep in mind that if you’re using leftover or rotisserie chicken to make this recipe, then the clock starts ticking as soon as the poultry is cooked.
Cooked Chicken – Turn any store-bought or leftover chicken breasts into curry chicken salad. I usually grab a rotisserie chicken from Costco! Celery – You can’t skip celery if you want a fantastic, fresh crunch! Chop the stalk finely to guarantee texture in every bite. Seedless Red Grapes, Granny Smith Apple, & Raisins – These fruits add juiciness, sweetness, and tanginess to this dish. Some other popular options include dried cranberries, pomegranate seeds, and strawberries. Slivered Almonds – Other nuts that taste great in curry chicken salad with grapes include cashews, walnuts, and pecans. Red Onion – White onion and yellow onion are also excellent in chicken curry salad. Dressing – The salad ingredients are tossed in a mixture of mayonnaise, lime juice and zest, a dollop of honey, a pinch of salt, and two more ingredients that make this recipe truly unique: Major Grey Chutney – A fantastically tart, fruity chutney made from mango, lime, vinegar, and other spices. I like to make my own. Curry Powder – A sweet and savory spice blend that’s often used in curries but is just as great in soups, stews, and dressings like this. You probably have most of the flavors found in this blend already in your spice cabinet!
I would not recommend freezing chicken curry salad to extend its shelf life. There is both fat and moisture in the dressing, and mayonnaise notoriously does not freeze well. Love this recipe? Share it with the world on Pinterest.
