Get creative with leftovers and make this curry chicken sandwich

If you’re looking to use up some leftover chicken, you’ll love this simple chicken curry sandwich. Shred the meat and toss it in a bowl along with celery, yogurt, sour cream, tangy lemon juice and curry spice for a quick salad. Stuff the chicken into a halved pita and your meal is ready in minutes, perfect for a busy weeknight or when you need something on the go.

ROASTED CHICKEN CURRY SANDWICH

Note: You can also serve this as a salad over a bed of greens; add diced fruit or toasted nuts to the chicken mixture for different texture and flavor.

1 3/4 cups shredded roasted chicken

2 tablespoons minced celery

2 tablespoons plain yogurt

2 tablespoons sour cream

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/2 tablespoon curry powder

1/8 tablespoon ground cumin

Salt, pepper

1 pita bread

4 leaves red leaf lettuce

1. Place the chicken and celery in a mixing bowl.

2. Mix together the yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, curry powder and cumin in a small bowl, then add to the chicken and celery. Stir well, then season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Cut the pita in half to form two pockets. Line each pocket with 2 lettuce leaves. Spoon the chicken mixture into the pita halves, dividing evenly.

Each of 2 servings: 420 calories; 418 mg sodium; 110 mg cholesterol; 19 grams fat; 6 grams saturated fat; 20 grams carbohydrates; 41 grams protein; 1.51 grams fiber.

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