Yemeni Style Chicken Salad Recipe

Experience a unique twist on chicken salad with this flavorful Yemeni-inspired recipe, originally featured in the Chicago Tribune. This vibrant salad is anything but ordinary, boasting a delicious blend of creamy yogurt, zesty spices, and crunchy textures. Perfect for a light lunch, a satisfying snack, or a unique addition to your next potluck!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 454.5 kcal
Protein 104g
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Ingredients for Yemeni Style Chicken Salad

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How to Make Yemeni Style Chicken Salad

  1. Place 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a saucepan and cover with water.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  3. Remove chicken from saucepan and let cool completely. Once cool, chop coarsely.
  4. While the chicken is cooling, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise and 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt in a medium bowl.
  5. Add 2 minced cloves of garlic, 1-2 finely chopped green chilies (adjust to taste), 1/2 cup chopped pistachios, 2 thinly sliced green onions, 1/2 cup finely chopped celery, 1/2 cup finely chopped carrots, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley to the bowl.
  6. Gently toss to combine.
  7. Add the coarsely chopped chicken to the mixture.
  8. Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste.
  9. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

46 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

15g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Yemeni Style Chicken Salad?

Yemeni Style Chicken Salad takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Yemeni Style Chicken Salad?

Yemeni Style Chicken Salad has approximately 454.5 calories per serving, with about 104 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 31 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Yemeni Style Chicken Salad?

The key ingredients for Yemeni Style Chicken Salad are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Mayonnaise, Nonfat Yogurt, Minced Garlic Cloves, Serrano Chilies, Pine Nuts. See the full list with measurements above.

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