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Coronation Chicken Recipe 🍗👑
Overview:
Coronation Chicken, a beloved classic in the UK, is perfect for picnics, buffets, or any summer gathering. Bursting with flavors and textures, this dish will surely become a staple in your recipe collection.
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Whole Chickens | 3 |
| Onions | 2 |
| Bay Leaves | 2 |
| Fresh Coriander | 2 sprigs |
| Ground Cumin | 1 tsp |
| Curry Powder | 1 tbsp |
| Tomato Puree | 1 tbsp |
| Lemon Juice | 1 |
| Red Wine | 1/4 cup |
| Mayonnaise | 1 cup |
| Apricot Chutney | 1/4 cup |
| Salted Cashews | 4 tbsp |
| Apricot | 1 |
| Fresh Coriander (chopped) | 3 tbsp |
| Oil | For sautéing |
| Cream | 1 cup |
| Salad Leaves | For serving |
Instructions:
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Prepare Chicken:
- Trim excess fat and skin from the chickens, then wash and pat dry with kitchen paper.
- In a large pan, place the chickens with half of the chopped onions, 1 bay leaf, and the coriander sprigs.
- Pour enough water to cover the chicken and bring to a boil.
- Cover and simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours until fully cooked.
- Allow the chicken to cool in the liquid for about 30 minutes.
- Drain the chicken, discard the skin, and slice the meat into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
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Prepare Curry Mixture:
- Heat oil in a pan and sauté the remaining chopped onions, bay leaf, coriander seeds, ground cumin, and curry powder for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato puree, lemon juice, and red wine. Simmer gently for 10 minutes.
- Press the mixture through a sieve and allow it to cool.
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Assemble the Coronation Chicken:
- In a large bowl, mix together mayonnaise, apricot chutney, and the cooled curry mixture.
- Whip the cream until soft peaks form, then fold it into the mayonnaise mixture.
- Add the chicken pieces and salted cashews. Mix well and season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Serve:
- Arrange salad leaves on a serving plate.
- Spoon the coronation chicken mixture over the salad leaves.
- Garnish with sliced apricots and fresh chopped coriander.
- Serve chilled and enjoy this delightful dish with family and friends! 🥂🌟
This Coronation Chicken recipe is a true crowd-pleaser, with its combination of tender chicken, aromatic spices, and creamy dressing. Perfect for any occasion, it’s sure to be a hit at your next gathering!
