Coronation Chicken Salad
Coronation Chicken Salad is a classic British recipe featuring tender chicken in a creamy curry dressing with a touch of sweetness. This easy and flavorful chicken salad is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or light lunches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad / Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt or crème fraîche
- 1–2 teaspoons curry powder (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons mango chutney or apricot jam
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup raisins or sultanas
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup toasted almonds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together mayonnaise, yogurt (or crème fraîche), curry powder, and mango chutney until smooth.
- Add lemon juice and stir to combine.
- Mix in chopped red onion and raisins or sultanas.
- Add the cooked chicken and gently stir until well coated.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Fold in toasted almonds and fresh herbs if using.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve cold in sandwiches, wraps, or over salad greens
Notes
Rotisserie chicken works great for convenience and flavor.Adjust curry powder to control spice level.Add diced apples or grapes for extra freshness.Greek yogurt can replace mayonnaise for a lighter version.Best served chilled for optimal flavor.
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/coronation-chicken-salad/
