Easy Coronation Chicken Recipe
Calories: 617.9|Fat: 50.9|Carbohydrates: 6.4|Protein: 32.3
| 15 minutes
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This easy Coronation Chicken recipe for sandwiches shows you how to make a homemade version of a British classic quickly from scratch.

“This is one of my most requested recipes. Always the first dish to go at buffets, it’s absolutely delicious and easy to make. Even with tweaks like low-fat mayo and sour cream, it remains a hit. Everyone loves it, including my fussy kids.” Carys
Health Info
- Calories: 617.9
- Sugar: 3.9
- Sodium: 333.7
- Fat: 50.9
- Carbohydrates: 6.4
- Fiber: 0.7
- Protein: 32.3
Easy Coronation Chicken Recipe with Mango Chutney

Servings 6 people
Calories 617.9kcal
Description
This easy Coronation Chicken recipe for sandwiches shows you how to make a homemade version of a British classic quickly from scratch.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts cooked and chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) chicken stock
- 1 tsp tomato puree
- ½ lemon juiced
- 2 tbsp mango chutney (or apricot jam)
- 1 cup (240 ml) mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) double cream
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, cover, and sauté gently for 5 minutes until the onion is soft but not browned.
- Stir in the curry powder and cook for another 2 minutes to enhance the flavor.
- Add the chicken stock, tomato puree, lemon juice, and chutney. Stir until the mixture starts to bubble, then cook for 5 minutes until it reduces and thickens.
- Allow the mixture to cool for about 30 minutes, then stir in the mayonnaise and double cream.
- Add the chopped chicken and mix thoroughly.
- Serve over cold rice.