Coronation Chicken Salad

Coronation Chicken Salad is a creamy, mildly spiced chicken salad created for the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. It typically features cooked chicken, mayonnaise, curry powder, and often includes ingredients like apricots, raisins, and almonds. The dish is a classic example of British post-war cuisine, blending traditional English ingredients with flavors inspired by the Indian subcontinent.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in fat and protein, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates, especially if served with bread or rice. A typical serving provides a good source of protein and several vitamins and minerals, with a calorie range of approximately 400-500 kcal per standard serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	30 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	32 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	600 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg
Niacin	10 mg
Selenium	25 mcg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Zinc	2 mg
Vitamin E	3 mg
Vitamin K	15 mcg
Folate	40 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Coronation Chicken is culturally significant as a symbol of mid-20th-century British culinary innovation, representing a moment when exotic spices became fashionable in mainstream UK cooking. Nutritionally, it offers a balance of protein and healthy fats from nuts, though the mayonnaise base makes it calorie-dense.