I just sent this to a friend who requested it and thought it was time to
post a recipe here. It's good for hot days when you don't have a
functioning a/c. :-(
Curried Chicken Salad
Poach/simmer chicken breasts in water or chicken broth with a slice or
two of onion and a stalk of celery. I usually use 4-6 breast halves
depending on how many of us are eating and how many leftovers I want.
Remove the chicken from the liquid and refrigerate till cool. Cut into
small chunks. Save or freeze liquid for soup.
Mix low-fat mayonnaise and a little low fat sour cream or yogurt
together, or use just mayo. (There’s no problem using regular, full fat,
if your diet can handle it!)
Add 1/2 tsp. curry powder. Taste and add 1/4 tsp more at a time or a
small shake from the can until it tastes right—strong enough to taste
and give a little heat, but not too strong or it will get bitter. Add a
sprinkle of sugar and some black or white pepper. Taste the results. I
usually add a shake of celery salt, too. Add chopped celery, a little
finely chopped chives or green onion or mild regular onion.
Drain a small can of sliced or chunk pineapple. Add a teaspoon or so of
the juice to the mayo mixture. Chop the sliced pineapple and add to the
mixture or add the chunk as is. I’ve had this with sweet grapes added,
too, but The Boss doesn’t like it that way. If you really like
pineapple, use a larger can. Fresh pineapple is even better. Mix all
together and refrigerate. Before serving, sprinkle with toasted
slivered almonds.
You can also add minced parsley or lovage or whatever herb you happen to
like. I’ve used a little fresh tarragon and though it had an
interesting flavor.