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Coronation Chicken Sandwich

Tender tender chicken folded into a mildly spiced curry creamy sauce with sweet sultanas, served on toasted bread.

30 minEasyServes 4450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp mild curry powder
  • 2 tbsp mango chutney
  • 1/4 cup golden sultanas
  • 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 8 sandwich bread slices, toasted
  • 4 butterhead lettuce leaves, washed

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts and cook for 6-8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

  3. 3

    Transfer cooked chicken to a cutting board, cool slightly, then shred into small bite-sized pieces.

  4. 4

    In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tsp mild curry powder, 2 tbsp mango chutney, 1/4 cup golden sultanas, and 2 tsp fresh lemon juice.

  5. 5

    Fold shredded chicken into sauce mixture until fully coated.

  6. 6

    Layer 4 washed butterhead lettuce leaves and chicken mixture onto 8 toasted sandwich bread slices to assemble four sandwiches.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Coronation Chicken Sandwich reach?

For Coronation Chicken Sandwich, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts in Coronation Chicken Sandwich?

Yes. Boneless thighs at the same weight are more forgiving and stay juicier. Give them two to four minutes longer; they are at their best around 175 F rather than 165 F. As written, the entry for Coronation Chicken Sandwich uses 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts.

Can I make Coronation Chicken Sandwich gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Coronation Chicken Sandwich is 8 sandwich bread slices, toasted. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Coronation Chicken Sandwich contain eggs?

Yes: 1/2 cup mayonnaise. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Coronation Chicken Sandwich?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 450 calories, with 35 g protein, 40 g carbohydrate and 16 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 620 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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