Curry Chicken Salad Wraps: Portable Comfort Food That Actually Satisfies

Chicken salad improves overnight as the flavors meld, making it perfect for galley meal prep. Make a big batch, and you've got lunch sorted for days.

Chicken Salad Curry Wraps (Serves 10)

Prep Time: 20 minutes Chill Time: 2+ hours (overnight is better) Assembly Time: 15 minutes

The Curry Chicken Salad:

• 4 lbs cooked chicken, diced (rotisserie works perfectly)

• 1 cup mayonnaise

• 2 tablespoons curry powder

• 1 teaspoon ground ginger

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 2 tablespoons honey

• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

• Salt and pepper to taste

The Mix-Ins:

• 3 celery stalks, finely diced

• 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

• 1/4 cup golden raisins

• 2 green onions, sliced thin

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

For Assembly:

• 10 large flour tortillas

• 2 cups mixed greens or lettuce

• 1 cup shredded carrots (optional)

• Extra cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

1. Make the Curry Chicken Salad:

• In a large bowl, whisk together mayo, curry powder, ginger, garlic powder, honey, and vinegar

• Add diced chicken and mix until well coated

• Fold in celery, almonds, raisins, green onions, and cilantro

• Season with salt and pepper

• Refrigerate at least 2 hours, preferably overnight

2. Prep for Assembly:

• Let chicken salad come to room temperature for easier spreading

• Warm tortillas slightly for better flexibility

• Have all assembly ingredients ready

3. Assembly Line Wrapping:

• Lay tortilla flat

• Spread 3/4 cup chicken salad in center, leaving 2-inch borders

• Add handful of greens and carrots if using

• Fold bottom edge up, fold in sides, then roll tightly

• Wrap in foil or plastic wrap

• Refrigerate until serving

Galley Pro Tips:

• Chicken shortcuts: Rotisserie chicken saves time and adds flavor - just remove skin and dice

• Toast the almonds: 5 minutes in a dry skillet makes a huge difference in flavor

• Curry powder quality: Use good curry powder - it's the star of this dish

• Make ahead: Chicken salad keeps 3-4 days refrigerated and actually improves with time

The Flavor Balance

What makes this curry chicken salad work:

• Curry powder: Warm, complex spice without being overwhelming

• Honey: Balances the curry and adds subtle sweetness

• Grapes: Fresh sweetness and juicy texture

• Almonds: Essential crunch and nutty richness

• Celery: Classic crunch and fresh flavor

• Raisins: Concentrated sweetness that complements the curry

Serving Variations

These wraps work great:

• Cold from the fridge for packed lunches

• At room temperature for casual meals

• Cut in half for appetizers or lighter portions

• Over greens as a salad instead of wrapped

Storage and Meal Prep

The beauty of this recipe is its make-ahead nature:

• Chicken salad keeps 3-4 days refrigerated

• Assembled wraps hold well for 24 hours

• Individual portions can be wrapped and grabbed as needed

• Perfect for meal prep Sunday that lasts all week

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