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Curried Chicken Salad with Spiced Chickpeas and Raita

This vibrant curried chicken salad with spiced chickpeas and raita is a fantastic way to brighten up your meal prep routine. Combining tender shredded chicken in a fragrant tomato and yogurt sauce with crunchy, spice-roasted pulses, it offers a wonderful contrast of textures. The addition of fresh grapes provides a burst of natural sweetness, beautifully balanced by a cooling cucumber and mint raita.

Designed as a diabetes-friendly option, this recipe is high in protein and fibre while remaining low in refined sugars. It is perfectly suited for batch cooking, as the layers stay fresh when stored in jars for a healthy weekday lunch. Simply toss everything together just before serving to enjoy a satisfying, nutrient-dense meal that is as colourful as it is delicious.

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Ingredients for Curried Chicken Salad with Spiced Chickpeas and Raita

  • 1 medium onion, chopped (160g )

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 1 tablespoon minced peeled ginger

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 1 tablespoon curry powder

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped (1 cup)

  • 1 cup plain yoghurt

  • 2 tablespoons coriander

  • 1 rotisserie chicken, meat coarsely shredded (725 to 950ml )

  • 240ml red grapes, halved

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 1 (550g) can chickpeas, rinsed, drained, and patted dry (300g )

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoons turmeric

  • 1/4 teaspoons cayenne

  • 240ml plain yoghurt

  • 1 seedless cucumber, peeled, cored, and chopped (2 cups)

  • 2 tablespoons chopped mint

  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

  • 4 (450g) wide jars or containers with lids

How to make Curried Chicken Salad with Spiced Chickpeas and Raita

Cook onion, garlic, and ginger in oil in a 10-inch heavy skillet over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add curry, cumin, and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and cook, stirring, 2 minutes.

Add tomatoes and cook over medium-high heat, stirring, until sauce is thickened, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and stir in yoghurt, coriander, and chicken. Cool to room temperature.

Heat oil in cleaned skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then cook chickpeas, stirring, 1 minute. Add cumin, turmeric, cayenne, and 1/4 teaspoons salt and cook, stirring to coat, until skillet is dry, about 2 minutes. Cool to room temperature.

Stir together yoghurt, cucumber, mint, and 1/2 teaspoons salt.

Divide grapes among jars and layer curried chicken, raita, chickpeas, and almonds on top.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 16 Enero 2026 | Publicado originalmente

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