Curried Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe
Chicken curry salad sandwich on pita bread made with a melody of flavors; curry spice and simple seasonings complemented by tart dried cranberries and sweet chunks of pears in this sandwich recipe.
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Curried Chicken
Time for a menu re-set around here! We’ve been partying non-stop for a few weeks now. We’ve been celebrating birthdays and in this family it’s non-stop this time of year.
You know the saying you ARE what you eat?! Well, right now I’m chocolate cake! because when you have homemade cake for weeks in the house, it’s only natural to grab a fork grabbing bites for breakfast, lunch and dinner!
Alan and our kids planned a surprise party for me, and wow, they sure did a great job! The theme was Octoberfest, which was so clever since we are right on the heels of the event (Germany celebrates in September).
They shared with me that the celebration had to have a theme!
I’m so glad they didn’t choose the black theme of death or “over the hill” theme to celebrate my birthday! Lol
I feel blessed and happy to be fifty. Maybe I’m still in shock. I’m not sure, but I do know that I have so much love in my life and lots to be grateful for.
So I choose to keep my glass half full!
My family spruced up Ashley’s house where the party was at with bright blue and white Oktoberfest décor, and then catered a full German menu from the one authentic restaurant we have in town.
Schnitzel, brats, spätzle…the works, plus a variety of beverages, including a keg of beer, which hasn’t been our way of buying or serving beer since college!
AND don’t let me forget to tell you about the cake! My mom made a giant chocolate cake rimed with toasted coconut and pecans.
NOW you really understand my need to get my diet back on track!
This pita sandwich is the perfect step in the right direction to eating healthier.
The creamy base of this chicken salad is Greek yogurt, which adds another dose of delicious protein with the chicken.
The cranberries and pears really taste scrumptious with the spice of the curry.
You could add some toasted almonds for another layer of flavor and a healthy dose of fats.
Curried Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breasts cooked and diced
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 3 teaspoons honey mustard
- 1 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1 large pear diced
- 4-5 Whole wheat pita breads cut in half
Instructions
- Combine yogurt, honey mustard, and curry powder in a large bowl. Add diced chicken, pear, and cranberries; toss to combine.
- Fill each pita half with chicken mixture.
Notes
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What an awesome recipe! Love the pics
Thanks so much, Rini 😉
This is a delicious wrap Sandra! Perfect for a snack or a light dinner!
This sandwich comes together quick, which helps keep us eating healthy during the busy work week!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I hope it was fabulous! These curried chicken pitas look divine! I love the addition of pears and curry!
It’s definitely one of my favorite birthdays! Thanks, Jen!! The pear is a nice surprise of sweetness when you bite into it, since it blends with the chicken and you’re not expecting it!
This looks like the perfect lunch to me. Love that you used Greek yogurt instead of mayo. Sweet, savory, and delicious!
Thank you, Valerie! Next time I might add some almonds or walnuts!
This looks delicious!
Thanks, Michele!
Happy Birthday! These look so delicious! I love the pear and that you used greek yogurt for the binder! Yummy!
Hi Brandi and thank you! The pear adds a nice pop of flavor. So happy with the way this chicken salad tastes!
Yum! I love pita bread. This is such a great idea.
Happy Birthday Sandra! We have 3 birthdays in September always such a busy time for us too! I hope you had a wonderful 2 weeks and just letting you know cake for breakfast is totally normal… However for lunch would love to try this curried chicken pita sandwich.
This looks amazing and with ingredients I already have! Love those sorts of recipes. I must try this – pinning for later!! I hope you had a wonderful birthday
Oh, that’s super cool to hear, Kelly and thank you for pinning!
Curry anything is a winner in my book! Yum!
Curry is one of the most flavorful spices. I love it too!
Happy 50th Sandra and it sounds like you had a great night of celebration. How amazing your family was able to keep it a complete surprise. The theme sounds like lots of fun. Your pita sandwich looks like it’s packed with flavour but I would have loved to have seen your chocolate birthday cake xx
Hi Charlie! They did an amazing job keeping it a secret along with so many of my friends! I had no clue. It was a lot of fun and nice that I didn’t worry about a thing 🙂
This looks awesome! I love the addition of pears and that you used Greek yogurt instead of mayo! Definitely will have to try this. Just shared it to my Facebook page!
Thanks, Michelle! Not a mayo fan. Never have been. Greek yogurt is an excellent substitute!
Happy belated birthday! This sandwich looks awesome. I have been wanting to try some different things for lunch and this is going on the list!
Thank you, Kristin! This packs really well, so you’ll be able to take it to work with you. I don’t stuff the pita until I’m just about to eat!
Sounds delicious! I love curry, and I love chicken salad sandwiches. Pinning!
Thank you, Jamie! A little tart with a bit of sweet is so tasty together!
Delicious
I love that this uses Greek yogurt and not mayo. I despise mayo, lol.
I’m right there with you, Christine! If I use mayo it’s very sparingly if at all! Greek yogurt is the way to add creaminess without all the fat mayonnaise has!
I hope you had the best birthday party ever. Turning 50 is a milestone we should all remember.
These curried chicken pita sandwiches are a party all to themselves!
Thank you for the birthday wishes, Maureen! In my teens I remember thinking 50 was ancient. lol.
Oh my goodness! I just love the flavors in this- the tang of the Greek yogurt, the spiciness of the curry, and sweetness from the pears and cranberries. Yum! 🙂
Thanks, Carrie! I was please with the way all the flavors just jelled together!
Belated happy birthday my friend! Hope you had a wonderful surprise party so sweet 😀
Delicious fresh pita sandwich, now I know my lunch inspiration!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Thank you, CCU!! It was a fun day. Actually, a fun few weeks. The party continues 🙂
Oh love how you added cranberries! I don’t see them enough these days in recipes. This would make the perfect picnic accompaniment – better than boring sandwiches!
I couldn’t agree with you more, Adrian. Sandwiches are Meh to me, unless it’s grilled with lot of cheese!! This sandwich would be great picnic food!
A belated happy birthday to you! My hubby threw a surprise 50th for me, too…and thank goodness he consulted a few of my friends for help or who knows what he would have come up with. Sounds like you had a blast! I love your chicken salad…a bit of curry is perfect as is adding in some dried cranberries 🙂
Thank you, Liz! My husband asked me a few months ago if I wanted a party for my 50th and I said, no, not particularly, so I thought the idea was squashed. Had I known, there is no way I would have been able to keep out of the kitchen 😉