Coronation chicken was first prepared on the eve of the Queen's Coronation in 1952, when the combination of Indian curry and chicken was seen as slightly more exotic than it is now. This coronation chicken recipe calls for a pre-cooked roast chicken.

1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and sweat the shallots with the salt and pepper for 3 min. Add the bay leaves, curry powder and tomato paste and cook for a further 3 min.

2. Next, add the wine and reduce until almost dry, followed by the apricot jam and chicken stock. Reduce over a medium heat until a thick syrup consistency is reached and set aside to cool.

3. Once the mixture has cooled, whisk in all remaining ingredients, only adding the chicken once the liquid has emulsified. Leave to marinate for up to 2 hours.

4. To serve, place the shredded lettuce and mixed leaves at the bottom of each bowl. Add the coronation chicken on top and sprinkle with the almonds and spring onions to finish.

Enjoy!