Fresh and Easy Coronation Chicken Salad

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 0

Fresh and Easy Coronation Chicken Salad Recipe

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

393

Sugar

11g

Fat

27g

Fresh and Easy Coronation Chicken Salad is a classic British dish that was first served at Queen Elizabeth II's coronation in 1953. The chicken is seasoned with mild Indian curry paste and mixed with yogurt and mayonnaise to create a creamy dressing. Sultana raisins are added to provide a contrast to the curry flavor, and toasted almonds are used as a garnish to add crunch and texture. This chicken salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, whisk together the curry paste, tomato paste, yogurt, and mayonnaise until smooth.
2.	In a large bowl, mix the diced cooked chicken and sultana raisins together.
3.	Pour the curry dressing over the chicken and mix well to coat.
4.	Serve the chicken salad over a bed of lettuce, garnished with toasted sliced almonds.

PROS

This Fresh and Easy Coronation Chicken Salad is delicious and easy to make.

The curry dressing adds flavor to the chicken without overwhelming it, and the sultana raisins provide a sweet contrast.

The salad is also a good source of protein and healthy fats from the chicken and almonds.

CONS

Mayonnaise is high in calories and fat, so this salad should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a good source of protein, which helps build and repair tissues in the body.
The almonds in the salad are also a good source of healthy fats and fiber, which can help lower cholesterol levels and improve gut health.

	6 teaspoons indian mild curry paste
	1 teaspoon tomato paste
	2/3 cup low-fat plain yogurt
	1/4 cup mayonnaise
	1 lb diced cooked chicken
	1/4 cup sultana raisin
	1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds ( garnish )