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Coronation Chicken Recipe

Coronation Chicken Recipe
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A delicious and creamy coronation chicken recipe that is perfect for a meal or as an appetizer. This flavorful dish combines tender shredded chicken with a rich curry sauce, sweet apricots, and crunchy almonds.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: English
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

Main Curry Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon mild curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon triple-concentrated tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Curry Sauce Base:

  • 1 tablespoon fresh-squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup creme fraiche
  • 2 tablespoons dried apricots, finely chopped
  • 4 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 3 tablespoons slivered almonds

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet on the stove over medium heat. Add shallots, bay leaf, and curry powder; cook for 3 minutes.
  2. Add tomato paste and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
  3. Add lemon juice, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat, strain the sauce through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl.
  5. Add mayonnaise and creme fraiche to the curry sauce; stir until smooth.
  6. Add apricots, chicken, and almonds; toss until coated in the curry sauce.
  7. Serve on butter lettuce, toast, in a baked potato, or as tea sandwiches.

Notes

  • This recipe serves 4 people as a meal, or 8-10 people as an appetizer or tea party snack.
  • The coronation chicken recipe is naturally gluten-free. Serve on gluten-free bread or lettuce wraps for a gluten-free option.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Enjoy cold as a salad, lettuce wrap, or sandwich.

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