Paleo Coronation Chicken

Transform your mealtime with this rich and flavorful Paleo Coronation Chicken, a reinvented classic that’s both dairy-free and paleo-friendly. Succulent shredded chicken breast is simmered in a fragrant, spiced coconut milk sauce infused with cumin, coriander, turmeric, and ginger for an exotic twist. Sweetened naturally with apricot puree and brightened with a splash of lemon juice, the dish strikes the perfect balance of savory and sweet. Topped with crunchy sliced almonds and a sprinkling of fresh cilantro, this protein-packed dish is ideal served warm or at room temperature, making it a versatile choice for everything from meal prep to dinner parties. Ready in under an hour, this wholesome and gluten-free recipe will transport your taste buds while keeping your diet on track!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

Remove the chicken from the pot and allow it to cool. Once cooled, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks.

Step 3

Meanwhile, heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, and ginger, cooking for 1 minute to release the flavors.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Add the lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Combine the shredded chicken with the sauce in the skillet, ensuring the chicken is well coated.

Step 9

Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for another 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 10

Serve the Paleo Coronation Chicken warm or at room temperature, garnished with sliced almonds and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(903.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1704.2

Total Fat 115.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 286mg	0%
Sodium 1469.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 22.2g
Protein 123.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 280.8mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 1502.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.8%

Protein: 28.3%

Carbs: 11.9%