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    Home » Salads

    Low-Fat Chicken Salad Recipe with Curry & Apricots

    Published: Apr 22, 2013 · Modified: Jun 21, 2019 by Dara · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 29 Comments

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    Low-Fat Chicken Salad Recipe with Curry & Apricots #recipe #lowfat #healthy

    Before we move onto the chicken salad recipe, I want to thank all of you for your kind words and support on my personal account of our time at the Boston Marathon. Your comments were so touching, and they truly help to make this time easier.

    And now, onto the recipe.

    It's time for another quick and easy lunch idea. Over the past weeks, I shared a 10-Minute Thai Shrimp, Cucumber & Avocado Salad and my favorite Low-Fat Salmon Salad Sandwich with Capers Recipe. This time, I'm tackling the typically mayo-laden chicken salad. So, how do you take out the mayo without losing some of the classic creaminess and flavor? And while we're at it, why not add in a little crunch, a touch of sweetness and some subtle savory spice?

    The answers are easy: non-fat Greek yogurt, diced celery, dried apricots and a touch of curry powder.

    And how should you serve it? Well, that's up to you. You could tuck it between two pieces of whole wheat bread, spoon onto some Wasa crackers, or serve on a bed of lettuce.

    Low-Fat Chicken Salad Recipe with Curry & Apricots #recipe #lowfat #healthy

    For the chicken, I poached two chicken breasts and then chopped the meat once it cooled. To make things even easier, use the breasts from a store-bought roasted chicken.

    The recipe:

    In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the chicken, dried apricots, celery, green onion, Greek yogurt, curry powder and salt.

    Low-Fat Chicken Salad Recipe with Curry & Apricots #recipe #lowfat #healthy

    Adjust the seasoning, to taste.

    Low-Fat Chicken Salad Recipe with Curry & Apricots #recipe #lowfat #healthy

    Serve on bread or crackers, or over a bed of lettuce.

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    Low-Fat Chicken Salad Recipe with Curry & Apricots

    How do you turn chicken salad into a healthy, low fat lunch option? It's easy with Greek yogurt, dried apricots and a touch of curry powder.
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    Course: Salads
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Gluten Free
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 6 Servings
    Calories: 88kcal
    Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

    Ingredients

    • 2 cooked skinless boneless chicken breasts, diced
    • 10 dried apricots cut into small pieces
    • 1 stalk celery diced
    • 1 green onion thinly sliced
    • ¼ cup + 2 tablespoon plain nonfat Greek yogurt
    • 1 ¼ teaspoons curry powder
    • ¼ - ½ teaspoon salt to taste*
    • pepper to taste
    • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
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    Instructions

    • In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the chicken, dried apricots, celery, green onion, Greek yogurt, curry powder and salt. Adjust the seasoning, to taste.
    • Serve on bread or crackers, or over a bed of lettuce.

    Notes

    WW (Old Points) 2 / WW (Points+) 3 *Nutritional information includes ¼ teaspoon salt
     
    Makes 3 cups

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Serving (⅙ of Recipe) | Calories: 88kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 343mg | Potassium: 301mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 510IU | Vitamin C: 0.8mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 0.6mg
    Tried this recipe?If you make this recipe, I'd love to see it on Instagram! Just use the hashtag #COOKINCANUCK and I'll be sure to find it.

    Disclosure: I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

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      1. Kim Beaulieu

        April 25, 2013 at 9:54 pm

        Great recipe Dara. Plus it's just pretty food, and pretty food is so much more fun to eat right.

        Reply
      2. Nutmeg Nanny

        April 25, 2013 at 7:55 pm

        Yes! I've been trying to think of new lunch ideas and this is perfect 🙂 it looks so tasty!

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      3. kirsten@FarmFreshFeasts

        April 25, 2013 at 3:22 pm

        Dara,
        Your chicken salad looks bright, fresh, and yet similar to a traditional chicken salad flavor that I've enjoyed. Well done marrying old flavors and healthy new ingredients. [Not that Greek yogurt is new in any respect.]
        Your apricots look so pretty-mine are never so colorful.
        Thanks!

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      4. Jessica@AKitchenAddiction

        April 24, 2013 at 9:03 am

        This chicken salad sounds like the perfect way to mix up the chicken rut I've been in lately!

        Reply
      5. Medeja

        April 24, 2013 at 1:49 am

        This salad sounds amazing! Such great flavors.

        Reply
      6. Carla @ Carlas Confections

        April 23, 2013 at 2:25 pm

        I love this healthier option. I need to try this one really soon. I couldnt believe how close you were to being right by the finish line too. Im so glad you and your family is safe (and your friend too). You were definitely being watched over 🙂

        Reply
      7. Bev @ Bev Cooks

        April 23, 2013 at 7:45 am

        Oooooo I'll take 17. Million.

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      8. DessertForTwo

        April 23, 2013 at 5:21 am

        Mmmm! It looks like something I could eat for lunch everyday. Thanks for sharing 🙂

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      9. Jeff

        April 22, 2013 at 9:15 pm

        I may just have to make this for a snack tomorrow night! It looks like a fantastic recipe to bring in the good weather! I bet they would be great in a pita for lunch!

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