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Coronation Chicken
This coronation chicken has become one of my favourite ways to use up leftover roast chook. Creamy, lightly spiced, and full of flavour, it’s perfect in sandwiches, wraps, or spooned over salad. I make mine with mayonnaise, curry powder, mango chutney, and a few pantry staples – quick to whip up and always a hit. It’s a retro classic for a reason, and once you’ve tried homemade coronation chicken, you’ll never reach for a store-bought version again.
Ingredients
- 500g cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
- 100g mayonnaise
- 100g mango chutney
- Juice of 2 limes
- 3 tsp mild curry powder
- Maldon sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Mix mayonnaise, mango chutney, lime zest, lime juice, curry powder and a large pinch of Maldon sea salt flakes together in a bowl.
- Add the chicken to the creamy sauce and mix through until well combined.
- Serve.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
5Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 433Total Fat: 28gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 21gCholesterol: 102mgSodium: 353mgCarbohydrates: 20gFiber: 2gSugar: 16gProtein: 25g
Please note, this nutrition information is to be used as a guide only. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate.
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Probably the Best Coronation Chicken Recipe
The perfect recipe for the upcoming coronation of King Charles III!
Let’s talk coronation chicken, shall we? It’s one of those things that sounds a bit weird when you first hear about it – curry powder? With mayo? And chutney?? But trust me, it works. This Coronation Chicken Recipe has become my go-to when I want something that feels a little special but is ridiculously easy. I like mine with loads of curry powder and a generous spoonful of mango chutney because life’s too short for bland chicken. It’s sweet, it’s savoury, it’s comforting, and honestly, it’s just so British in the best possible way.
If you grew up in the UK and never had coronation chicken, did you even really grow up in the UK? It’s one of those classic picnic or party dishes that shows up everywhere, usually sandwiched between two bits of bread or dolloped on a buffet plate. When I lived in Scotland, I’d wander down to Billington’s of Lenzie and get myself a toasted coronation chicken sandwich on gluten-free bread, and it was pure happiness in a bite. That golden colour, the hint of spice, a little bit of crunch from lettuce – it cheered up even the greyest of Scottish days.
Now that I’m back in Australia, I still make it all the time, especially when I have friends over. It’s easy, it’s nostalgic, and it tastes like a home I no longer have. Whether you tuck it into a sandwich, throw it on a salad, or just eat it straight from the bowl with a fork (no judgement here, I do it too), it’s one of those recipes that makes you feel like everything’s going to be okay.
Friends for Lunch
I can’t believe it’s been a whole year since I moved back to Australia. Between unpacking my life and adjusting to being home again, I still haven’t caught up with half the people I meant to. But when I do, you better believe I’m pulling something out of the kitchen. It’s how I show love, say thank you, or just say, “hey, I missed you.” And yes, I’m the friend who always has an apron on and something simmering when you walk in.
A little while ago, one of my mates offered to help with my poor, neglected garden. It had turned into an overgrown jungle, the kind that laughs at you when you think one Sunday afternoon will fix it. In return, I did what I do best and cooked up a feast: chicken shish, saffron rice, quinoa tabbouleh, garlicky yoghurt dip – the whole works. While they were out sweating and digging, I stayed cool in the kitchen, pretending I was on MasterChef and not just very grateful for the help.
That day was lovely. The garden looked halfway respectable by the end of it, and for once, I remembered to actually take photos of the food before it got demolished. Usually I forget until I’m scraping the last bits off the plate. Cooking for friends always fills my heart a little, especially when we’re all laughing, eating, and catching up like no time has passed. And yes, that was the day I started thinking about making a proper batch of coronation chicken again. You can’t go wrong with it.
Weeknight Wins
After a full day at work, the last thing I want to do is spend an hour cooking dinner. If it takes longer than ten minutes and creates more than two dishes, it’s a hard no from me. That’s why coronation chicken is a weeknight hero. I can make a batch on the weekend and use it for lazy dinners and quick lunches all week. This week I’ve got Schar’s gluten-free Pane Casereccio ready to go – toast it, add some watercress, slap on a generous scoop of coronation chicken, and boom. Dinner is served.
It’s the little things that make a big difference when you’re tired. Having something already made and waiting in the fridge feels like a gift from past-you to future-you. Weeknight dinners at mine tend to be very low effort – soup, toasties, or if I’m really winning at life, leftovers. But lunch? That’s when I like something a bit more nourishing. Coronation chicken is perfect for that. It feels like you’ve gone to a café, but you’re still in your slippers.
I always spend part of my weekend cooking and prepping meals for the week ahead. It makes life so much easier and stops me resorting to cereal or crackers for dinner. This one is especially handy because it gets better after a day or two. All those flavours soak into the chicken and mellow out beautifully. So if you’re knackered at the end of the day but still want to eat something delicious and homemade, this recipe might just save your sanity.
Ingredients Breakdown
This recipe is all about taking something simple and turning it into something spectacular. I use cooked chicken breast – usually leftovers from a roast, but shop-bought rotisserie works too. Just shred it up and let it soak in all that gorgeous sauce. Chicken thigh would work too if that’s what you’ve got. This recipe is super forgiving, which is exactly what you want midweek.
The sauce is where the magic really happens. Start with a good mayo base – full fat, always, I tend to use Kewpie – and then add a big spoonful of mango chutney, a generous shake of curry powder, a splash of lime juice, and plenty of seasoning. If you’re feeling fancy or want a bit of chew, throw in some chopped dried apricots or sultanas. I know it sounds odd, but the sweetness is lovely against the spice. It’s rich, it’s flavourful, and it somehow tastes both retro and bang on trend.
When it comes to serving, you’ve got options. Toasted sandwich with watercress? Tick. On a jacket potato with some crunchy salad? Tick. Spoonful straight from the bowl while you’re standing at the fridge door? Double tick. However you enjoy it, this coronation chicken recipe is one you’ll want to keep in your back pocket for when you need something quick, comforting, and a little bit fancy without trying too hard.
