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Roast Chicken and Mango Curry Salad with Yogurt

A bright, curried mango dressing coats peppery arugula and shredded roast chicken for a fresh, easy salad finished with yogurt.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons mango chutney large pieces finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons water or more as needed to thin dressing
  • 5 ounces arugula 1 package
  • 3.5 pounds purchased roast chicken boned, meat coarsely shredded into bite-size pieces (about 5 cups)
  • 1 large mango peeled, pitted, sliced (or use 2 large peaches, halved, pitted, sliced)
  • plain nonfat yogurt for topping, amount as desired
  • 1 teaspoon nigella seeds or cumin seeds
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, chopped mango chutney, lemon juice, curry powder, and 1 1/2 teaspoons water until smooth; add more water 1 teaspoon at a time if the dressing is too thick. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Place the arugula in a large bowl and toss with about half of the dressing to coat evenly.
  • Divide the dressed arugula among serving plates.
  • Scatter the shredded roast chicken and the sliced mango (or peaches) over the arugula on each plate.
  • Drizzle the remaining dressing over the salads.
  • Top each serving with a dollop of plain nonfat yogurt and sprinkle with nigella seeds or cumin seeds.

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Serving plates

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked roast chicken to save time.
  • Add water gradually to reach desired dressing consistency.
  • Substitute peaches for mango if not available.
  • Adjust curry powder to taste.
  • Serve immediately after assembling to keep arugula crisp.