CURRIED COUSCOUS AND CHICKEN SALAD.

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This is a light and mild couscous salad. It's a nice way to use up leftover chicken or turkey. It can be made up to a day ahead. It's great for luncheons, baby or bridal showers, or a light dinner.

Provided by akgrown

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup chicken broth
1 cup couscous
1/2 cup golden raisin
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 cups cooked chicken or 3 cups cooked turkey, cubed
1/3 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
1/3 cup toasted almond, finely chopped
1 cup red grapes, quartered
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth to a boil in microwave or saucepan.
  • Combine couscous, raisins, and curry powder in a medium bowl. Stir in broth, cover and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Fluff couscous with a fork and let cool to room temperature.
  • In a large bowl mix mayonnaise, ginger, and lemon juice. Add chicken, celery, green onions, almonds, and cooled couscous mixture. Toss gently. Fold in grapes and parsley. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.7, Fat 16.8, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 47, Sodium 351.6, Carbohydrate 36.8, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 11, Protein 18.6

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