Ingredients:
- 4 medium boneless, skinless Chicken Breasts (approx. 600g / 1.3 lbs total)
- 1 Bay Leaf
- 1/2 tsp Salt (2.5g)
- Water, to cover
- 150g Fat-Free Greek Yogurt (or Plain 0% Fat Yogurt)
- 2 tbsp Mango Chutney (approx. 30g / 1 oz)
- 1 tbsp Dried Apricots, finely chopped (approx. 15g / 0.5 oz)
- 1 tbsp Medium Curry Powder
- 1 tsp Ground Ginger (2.5g)
- 1/2 tsp Ground Turmeric (1.25g)
- 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
- Juice of 1/2 Lemon (approx. 2 tbsp / 30ml)
- 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
- Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper, to taste
- 2 Spring Onions, finely sliced
- A small handful of Fresh Coriander, roughly chopped
- 1 level tbsp Toasted Flaked Almonds (optional garnish)
Instructions:
- Place chicken breasts in a saucepan, cover with water, add bay leaf and salt. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15–20 minutes, until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). Drain and allow to cool slightly.
- Once cool enough to handle, shred the chicken coarsely using two forks or your fingers. Place the shredded chicken into a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, combine the fat-free Greek yogurt, mango chutney, chopped apricots, curry powder, ginger, turmeric, smoked paprika, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce (if using). Whisk until completely smooth.
- Season the dressing generously with salt and pepper. Give it a taste—it should be tangy, sweet, and spicy.
- Pour the dressing over the shredded chicken. Fold gently until every piece of chicken is coated beautifully. Avoid over-mixing.
- Stir in the sliced spring onions and most of the fresh coriander. For the best flavour penetration, cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with the remaining fresh coriander and toasted flaked almonds just before serving.