Curried Sweet Potato Chicken Salad With Cashews Recipes

CURRIED SWEET POTATO CHICKEN SALAD WITH CASHEWS

Steps:

• Place a rimmed baking sheet in the oven and preheat to 425 degrees F. Cover the red onion with cold water in a small bowl and set aside. Toss the sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, the curry powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the hot baking sheet and roast until tender and browned around the edges, 20 to 25 minutes.
• Meanwhile, whisk the lime zest and juice, mango chutney, remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl. Drain the red onion and add to the bowl along with the kale, lettuce, chicken and half the herbs; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among bowls and top with the sweet potatoes, cashews and remaining herbs.

CURRIED CHICKEN SALAD WITH CASHEWS

Steps:

• Combine the chicken, cashews, grapes, and celery in a bowl.
• In a smaller bowl, mix the mayonnaise, curry powder, honey and lemon juice until well-blended.
• Add the dressing to the chicken mixture and toss lightly.
• Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

CURRIED CHICKEN AND SWEET POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• Put the first 4 ingredients into a plastic bag.
• Add the chicken, then massage the bag so the chicken is evenly coated with the marinade. Set aside for at least 15 minutes. (Refrigerate if marinating for longer period of time).
• Peel the potatoes and cut into 1 inch cubes. Boil gently until tender, then leave to cool to room temperature.
• Cook the chicken by grilling for 5-10 minutes on each side (depending on thickness) or until the outside has browned and the juices run clear.
• Leave chicken to stand for 5-10 minutes, then cut into bite sized pieces.
• While the chicken is cooking, stir the dressing ingredients together, thinning to the desired consistency with the orange juice, and prepare the remaining salad ingredients.
• Place the cooled well drained potato, the chicken and remaining ingredients (reserving a little cilantro to garnish) in a large bowl, drizzle with dressing, then toss gently to combine.
• Garnish with the reserved cilantro and serve immediately or refrigerate until required.