Curried Chicken and Couscous Salad

Three cheers for curry, chicken and couscous. They create a crunchy combo! MORE+ LESS-

By Pillsbury Kitchens

September 23, 2008

1 1/2

cups water

1/4

teaspoon salt

1/2

cup frozen sweet peas

cup uncooked couscous

1/3

cup mayonnaise

1/3

cup orange juice

teaspoon curry powder

1/4

teaspoon salt

1/8

teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

cups cubed cooked chicken

1/4

cup sliced green onions

1/4

cup golden raisins

1/4

cup slivered almonds

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In medium saucepan, combine water and salt. Bring to a boil. Add peas; return to a boil. Remove from heat; immediately stir in couscous. Cover; let stand 5 minutes. Fluff couscous with fork; cool 20 minutes.
2

Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine mayonnaise, orange juice, curry powder, salt and ground red pepper; blend well.
3

In large bowl, combine cooled couscous and peas, and all remaining ingredients. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.