Raita Chicken Salad Recipe

Escape the heat with this refreshing Raita Chicken Salad! Inspired by the cool, creamy flavors of Greek tzatziki and Indian raita, this vibrant salad combines juicy chicken with crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, and a zesty yogurt dressing. A perfect light lunch or summer dinner, this easy recipe is ready in under an hour and packed with flavor. Get ready for a taste sensation that blends the best of two culinary worlds!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 255.7 kcal
Protein 53g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Raita Chicken Salad

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How to Make Raita Chicken Salad

  1. Poach 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts in enough water to cover (about 2 cups) for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  2. Remove chicken from water, let cool slightly, then chop into 1-inch pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric, a dash of Tabasco sauce (to taste), and 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar.
  4. Taste and adjust seasonings (salt and pepper to taste).
  5. Add 1 medium cucumber, diced; 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved; and the chopped chicken to the yogurt mixture. Gently stir to combine.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more yogurt if needed to reach your desired consistency.
  7. Serve over 5 oz baby spinach or your favorite salad greens. Garnish with extra fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

20g

Carbs

3g

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