Classic Coronation Chicken Salad

Name: Classic Coronation Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced; 2 tsp mild curry powder; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp mango chutney; 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup dried apricots, chopped; 2 tbsp flaked almonds, toasted; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Tender poached chicken coated in a mildly spiced curry mayonnaise sauce with sweet dried apricots and crunchy almonds.

30 minEasyServes 4420 cal/serving

BritishSaladStovetopHigh ProteinLow CarbGluten-FreeDairy-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
2 tsp mild curry powder
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp mango chutney
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup dried apricots, chopped
2 tbsp flaked almonds, toasted
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1

Poach 1 lb diced boneless skinless chicken breasts in simmering water for 10-12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F, then drain and cool.
2

Toast 2 tsp mild curry powder in a dry pan over low heat for 1 minute until fragrant.
3

Whisk 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp mango chutney, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and toasted curry powder in a bowl.
4

Stir in 1 lb diced boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots, 2 tbsp toasted flaked almonds, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro until combined.

Questions

How long does Classic Coronation Chicken Salad keep?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made. Keep the components separate and refrigerated and they hold about two days; dress just before serving.

Can I halve or double Classic Coronation Chicken Salad?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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