Today I am sharing my very favorite go-to chicken salad recipe. This gluten free curry chicken salad with grapes recipe is a take from a chicken salad I bought at Whole Foods many years ago. This salad makes the perfect gluten free curry chicken salad sandwich!!
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I discovered this Whole Foods curry chicken salad many years ago while living in Austin, Texas. I worked near a Whole Foods Market, and this was a salad they often had in their prepared meal section. It was the perfect lunch on the go.
This chicken salad recipe hits all of the criteria on my list: it is quick and easy to make, made with wholesome ingredients and tastes great. This gluten free chicken salad is one of the best chicken salad recipes!
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Why we love this curry chicken salad recipe:
- This delicious curry chicken salad is packed in a lunchbox and can be taken to cookouts, picnics, and potlucks.
- This curry chicken salad has a unique, delicious, slightly sweet flavor. It combines curry’s warm, aromatic spices with tender, juicy chicken and grapes.
- Curry chicken salad can be enjoyed in many different ways – on its own as a main dish, in a sandwich or wrap, or as a side dish with gluten free crackers or bread.
- My curry chicken salad is relatively easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making it a convenient option for busy individuals or families. You can make it in under 15 minutes.
- gluten free chicken salad can be made dairy-free using plant-based mayonnaise.
Allergen Information:
This homemade chicken curry salad with grapes is gluten-free, dairy-free (using dairy-free mayonnaise), soy-free, egg-free, and oat-free.
Ingredient Notes:
For the full list of ingredients and amounts, please go to the recipe card below.
- Chicken – Grill chicken breasts or use leftover grilled chicken or uncooked chicken. If you made my grandma’s homemade chicken soup, you could use some leftover chicken from this soup.
- Grapes – I like to use black or purple grapes, but any color of grapes will taste great.
- Cucumber – I used Persian cucumbers, but regular cucumbers also work well.
- Scallions –
- Mayonnaise – You can use regular or vegan mayo.
- Apple Cider Vinegar – This adds a nice tangy flavor to the salad.
- Pecans – Use raw, unsalted pecans.
- Curry Powder
- Salt and Pepper to taste.
Substitutions:
- Substitute red onion for the scallions.
- Use a different type of nuts.
- You can also add raisins for additional sweetness.
- Add other vegetables like diced celery and carrots.
Step-By-Step Photos and Directions:
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Step 1: Place the chicken on a cutting board and shred or cube the cooked chicken. You want the pieces to be bite-sized.
Add the chicken, black grapes, pecans, and scallions to a large
Step 2: Add the mayonnaise (or vegan mayonnaise), curry powder, and salt/pepper to the bowl. Mix well until all of the ingredients are coated.
🔑 Sandi says: Make sure your chicken is cooled before adding the curry dressing.
Step 3: Your salad is ready for eating, but for best results, I recommend refrigerating the salad for 15-30 minutes so the flavors absorb into the chicken.
Frequently Asked Questions:
You can omit the curry powder in this recipe. If you do, you will want to add celery salt or something to give it additional flavor.
You can easily make this chicken salad a few days before your picnic or another event.
I would not freeze this chicken salad because it will make the consistency and flavor off, but you can freeze the chopped chicken, scallions, and grapes and then add the dressing when you defrost it.
Storage:
Store this chicken salad in an airtight container. This is important to prevent your salad from drying out. This chicken salad will stay fresh in your refrigerator for 3-4 days.
More Recipes To Try:
- Kale and Apple Salad
- Roasted Acorn Squash Soup with Homemade Gluten Free Croutons
- Sous Vide Chicken Thighs
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Quick and Easy Curry Chicken Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts * see note
- 1 cup grapes cut in half
- 2 Persian cucumbers chopped
- 3 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions or onions
- ¼ cup raw pecans
- ½ cup mayonnaise or mayo substitute
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- Salt to taste
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Instructions
- Fill a medium-sized pot halfway with water and add 2 chicken breasts.
- Bring to boil and cook chicken until done about 10-15 minutes. (You can cut into the chicken to make sure it is done in the middle.
- When the chicken has cooled down, cut into bite-sized pieces and allow it to cool.
- Place 1 cup grapes, 3 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions, and 2 Persian cucumbers on a cutting board and chop them into pieces.
- Put all vegetables, grapes, 1/4 cup raw pecans, and chicken into a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise or mayo substitute, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon curry powder, and Salt to taste. Mix well.
- Add dressing to the large bowl ingredients and toss to coat.
- Serve chilled
Notes
- I use chicken breasts in my recipe but feel free to use another cut of chicken or use leftover chicken. You can also use leftover chicken.
- Use green or purple grapes.
- This chicken salad will keep up to 4 days in an airtight container.
SPECIAL NOTE
Please know that every gluten free flour blend has a different starch to grain ratio. If you use a blend I didn’t test, my rule of thumb is to add more flour if your dough or batter is wet and add more liquid if the dough or batter is too dry!
Nutrition
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This post was updated from an older January 2020 post with more recipe details.
Thank you so much Katie.