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Coronation Chicken Finger Sandwiches

Cultural Context

Coronation Chicken originated in the UK in 1953 for the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, combining cooked chicken with a creamy curry sauce. This dish has become a staple for picnics and parties, celebrated for its unique flavors and ease of preparation. Today, variations abound, with different spices and ingredients reflecting global tastes, making it a beloved choice for gatherings.

BritishGBother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups cooked chicken
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon curry powder
1/4 cup apricot jam
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup fresh coriander
8 slices white bread
4 tablespoons butter

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

apricot jam

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: peach jam

Honey adds sweetness with fewer additives

curry powder

🥗Healthier: garam masala

💰Cheaper: curry paste

Garam masala offers a different spice profile with similar flavor

fresh coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried coriander

Parsley is more accessible and less expensive

1

Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.

2

In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, curry powder, apricot jam, and lemon juice until smooth.

3

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.

4

Fold in the shredded chicken and chopped fresh coriander until well coated.

5

Trim the crusts off the white bread slices.

6

Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each bread slice.

7

Spoon the coronation chicken mixture onto the buttered side of half the bread slices.

8

Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side down, to form sandwiches.

9

Cut each sandwich into quarters or fingers for easy serving.

10

Arrange on a platter and garnish with extra coriander if desired.

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Also Known As

Coronation SandwichesChicken Sandwiches

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