Heart-Healthy Chicken Curry Salad

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this vibrant and nutritious Heart-Healthy Chicken Curry Salad! Featuring tender shredded chicken simmered in low-sodium chicken broth, this dish is perfectly spiced with a blend of curry powder and a creamy, tangy Greek yogurt dressing. Crunchy celery, crisp red bell peppers, and zesty green onions bring texture, while a fresh cilantro garnish adds a burst of flavor. Served atop a bed of baby spinach, this protein-packed salad is as colorful as it is wholesome. Ready in under an hour, it’s the ultimate guilt-free meal that’s light, satisfying, and bursting with heart-smart ingredients. Perfect for a quick lunch or an elegant light dinner!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 pieces celery stalks, chopped
• 1 piece red bell pepper, diced
• 2 pieces green onions, sliced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups baby spinach

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts in a pot and cover with the low-sodium chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.

Step 2

Remove the chicken from the broth and set aside to cool. Once cool enough to handle, shred the chicken using two forks.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the curry powder, plain Greek yogurt, and lemon juice. Mix well to form a smooth dressing.

Step 4

Add the shredded chicken, chopped celery, diced red bell pepper, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro to the bowl with the dressing.

Step 5

Season the chicken and vegetable mixture with salt and black pepper. Stir well until everything is evenly coated with the curry yogurt dressing.

Step 6

To serve, place 1 cup of baby spinach on each plate and top with a generous portion of the chicken curry salad.

Step 7

Garnish with additional cilantro if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1534.9 grams (1534.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	892

Total Fat 19.60g	25%
Saturated Fat 6.70g	34%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 320mg	107%
Sodium 5919mg	257%
Total Carbohydrate 32.60g	12%
Dietary Fiber 9.50g	34%
Total Sugars 19.00g
Protein 142.80g	286%

Vitamin D 17IU	87%
Calcium 528mg	41%
Iron 18mg	101%
Potassium 1941mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.1%

Protein: 65.1%

Carbs: 14.9%