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People are only just realising historic reason Coronation Chicken got its name
People are only just realising historic reason Coronation Chicken got its name,Coronation Chicken is one of the most popular dishes out there and now people are finally realising how the famous staple got its name. It all kicked off after a Twitter post

People are only just realising historic reason Coronation Chicken got its name

When it comes to British staples, Coronation Chicken is one of the most popular dishes out there.

Made from a creamy curry sauce, the hearty meal is usually served with salads.

It often makes an appearance as one of the sandwiches on an afternoon tea spread.

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Now one thing you might not have ever thought about is where it actually came from.

It was the signature dish for the Queen's Coronation in 1953 and originally called Poulet reine Elizabeth.

Eventually the grub became known as the Coronation Chicken.

Homemade Curried Coronation Chicken with Lettuce Ready to Eat
Coronation Chicken was made for the Queen in the 1950s (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)
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    One said: "Had no idea Coronation Chicken was invented for Queen Elizabeth's coronation, you learn something new every day."

    Another added: "Are you telling me that Coronation Chicken was made especially for her? Had no clue."

    A third commented: "I didn't realise Coronation Chicken was created for the late Queen Elizabeth's Coronation. Thought it was just called that."

    Other Twitter users thought the new Coronation Quiche would have the Indian-inspired chicken dish inside it.

    A person wrote: "Momentarily forgot what coronation originally meant and envision Coronation Chicken in a quiche… I wasn't made at it."

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