Paleo Coronation Chicken
Elevate your mealtime with this vibrant Paleo Coronation Chicken recipe, a modern twist on a classic British dish that's both healthy and delicious. Featuring tender shredded chicken breasts enveloped in a creamy, dairy-free coconut milk sauce infused with warming spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, and ginger, this recipe brings bold flavors to your table. A touch of apricot puree adds a subtle sweetness, while fresh lemon juice brightens the dish with citrusy notes. Garnished with crunchy sliced almonds and aromatic cilantro, this paleo-friendly, gluten-free creation is perfect for serving warm or at room temperature. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple techniques, this nutritious coronation chicken is an ideal choice for meal prep, casual dinners, or impressive party platters.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 medium onion
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 0.25 cup apricot puree
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
Remove the chicken from the pot and allow it to cool. Once cooled, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
Meanwhile, heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and ginger, cooking for 1 minute to release the flavors.
Pour in the coconut milk and apricot puree, stirring well to combine with the spices. Simmer for 5-10 minutes until the sauce starts to thicken.
Add the lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Combine the shredded chicken with the sauce in the skillet, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for another 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Serve the Paleo Coronation Chicken warm or at room temperature, garnished with sliced almonds and fresh cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1704 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.8 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.5 g | 392% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 286 mg | 95% | |
| Sodium | 1469 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.2 g | ||
| Protein | 123.4 g | 247% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 281 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 1503 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
