Description

Jamie Oliver’s Coronation Chicken is a creamy and mildly spiced dish made with poached or roasted chicken, a curried mayo and yogurt sauce, and sweet elements like mango chutney or dried fruit. It’s a perfect combination of savory, tangy, and sweet flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

Tender chicken breast serves as the base for this flavorful dish.

- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

- 500ml chicken stock (for poaching)

- 1 bay leaf

- Salt and black pepper (to taste)

For the Coronation Sauce:

A creamy, spiced sauce enhances the flavor and richness of the dish.

- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise

- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt

- 1 tablespoon mango chutney

- 1 teaspoon mild curry powder

- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric

- 1 teaspoon lemon juice

- 1 tablespoon raisins or chopped dried apricots (optional)

- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)

- Salt and black pepper (to taste)

For Garnish and Serving:

These final touches add freshness and texture.

- Fresh coriander or parsley (chopped)

- Sliced almonds (for crunch)

- Lettuce leaves (for serving)

- Warm baguette, rice, or jacket potato (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Chicken

Poaching ensures tender and juicy chicken, perfect for mixing with the sauce.

- Place the chicken breasts in a pot with chicken stock and a bay leaf.

- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked.

- Remove the chicken, let it cool, then shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2: Prepare the Coronation Sauce

This creamy, spiced sauce is the heart of the dish, bringing all the flavors together.

- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, mango chutney, curry powder, turmeric, and lemon juice.

- Stir in raisins or chopped dried apricots for a hint of sweetness.

- Add Worcestershire sauce, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 3: Combine the Chicken and Sauce

Mixing the chicken with the sauce ensures that every bite is packed with flavor.

- Add the shredded chicken to the bowl with the sauce.

- Toss until the chicken is evenly coated.

Step 4: Serve and Garnish

Final touches enhance the texture and presentation of the dish.

- Sprinkle with fresh coriander or parsley.

- Add sliced almonds for extra crunch.

- Serve in a sandwich, over rice, or on a salad.