Coronation Chicken Recipe Mary Berry
Mary Berry's Coronation Chicken is a timeless dish that fuses history and innovation. Tender poached chicken is embraced by a luscious Coronation Sauce, a masterpiece of flavors. Mary's passion for accessible yet unforgettable cooking shines through, inviting all to savor the sweet, savory, and spiced symphony. Try this recipe to embark on a culinary journey that connects generations and share your experience with others.
Ingredients
- For the Poached Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 bay leaves
- 6-8 black peppercorns
- Salt to taste
- For the Coronation Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon mango chutney
- 1-2 teaspoons mild curry powder adjust to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to season
- Additional Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup dried apricots finely chopped
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds plus extra for garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro coriander, chopped
- Crusty bread or cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, apricot jam, curry powder, mayonnaise, cream, tomato purée, lemon zest and juice, spring onions, and grapes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir until well combined.
- Serve cold, garnished with rocket or parsley.
- Here are some tips for making Coronation Chicken:
- Use a good quality mayonnaise.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of curry powder to your taste.
- If you don't have half-fat fresh cream, you can use whole milk or even yogurt.
- If you don't have lemon zest, you can use lemon juice instead.
- You can also add other ingredients to your Coronation Chicken, such as chopped walnuts, raisins, or almonds.