Coronation chicken is a classic British dish combining tender cooked chicken with a creamy, mildly spiced sauce made from mayonnaise, curry powder, and sweet elements like mango chutney or dried fruit. It’s rich, slightly tangy, and subtly exotic, offering a perfect balance between savory and sweet.
Coronation Chicken
4
servings15
minutes20
minutesOriginally created for a royal celebration, coronation chicken is a chilled salad-style dish that blends juicy chicken pieces with a luxurious golden sauce. Its unique flavor comes from the fusion of gentle curry spices and creamy dressing, making it ideal for sandwiches, salads, or elegant buffets.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp Greek yogurt (optional, for lighter texture)
1 tbsp curry powder
1 tbsp mango chutney
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tbsp apricot jam (optional for sweetness)
2 tbsp raisins or sultanas
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: toasted almonds, chopped cilantro
Directions
- If not already cooked, boil or roast the chicken until fully done, then let it cool and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, yogurt, curry powder, mango chutney, lemon juice, and apricot jam until smooth.
- Add the chicken to the sauce and stir until evenly coated.
- Mix in raisins and season with salt and pepper.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
- Serve cold, optionally topped with almonds or fresh herbs.
