Poached chicken

Poached chicken is a dish in which chicken is cooked in water or other liquid. The liquid is usually simmered, and the chicken is cooked until it is no longer pink. Poached chicken is a healthy alternative to fried chicken, and it can be flavored with a variety of herbs and spices.

Poached chicken has a long history. In the Middle Ages, chicken was often poached in milk or water. This method of cooking chicken was introduced to England by the Normans. Chicken was also poached in wine, and this method was popular in France.

In the 18th century, a new method of cooking chicken was introduced. This method, known as court bouillon, involved cooking chicken in a broth made from vegetables, herbs, and spices. This method was popular in England and France.

Advice

When making poached chicken, it is important to start with a good quality, fresh chicken. Make sure the chicken is completely defrosted and bring a pot of water to boil. Add a few tablespoons of salt to the boiling water and then add the chicken. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Once cooked, let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before removing from the pot. To add more flavor to the dish, consider adding herbs, spices, and/or vegetables to the poaching liquid. Finally, be sure to save the poaching liquid to use as a flavorful stock for soups and sauces.

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Recipes

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Chinese-Style Poached Chicken with Pear and Orange

  • salt
  • basil
  • cornstarch
  • soy sauce
  • rice vinegar
  • red pepper
  • bartlett pear
  • chicken stock
  • chicken breast
  • cashew
  • ginger
  • chinese 5-spice powder
  • chinese black bean garlic sauce
  • sesame oil
  • vegetable oil
  • garlic
  • mandarin
  • green onion
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Poached Chicken with Tarragon

  • chicken mousse
  • salt
  • pea
  • tarragon
  • butter
  • chicken stock
  • green bean
  • white wine
  • heavy cream
  • tarragon vinegar
  • garlic
  • leek
  • carrot
  • shallot
  • chicken breast bone
  • boned chicken leg

Ingredient Breakdown

 
salt
garlic
chicken breast
ginger
bay leaf
black pepper
green onion
soy sauce
carrot
vegetable oil
celery
onion
thyme
chicken stock
black peppercorn
white wine
leek
white vinegar
red chile
allspice
shiitake mushroom
chilli paste
sriracha
sugar
shallots scallion
olive oil
lemon juice
dill frond
lime juice
orange juice
jasmine rice
curry powder
peppercorn
rosemary
thigh
lemon serve
water
basil
cornstarch
rice vinegar
red pepper
bartlett pear
cashew
chinese 5-spice powder
chinese black bean garlic sauce
sesame oil
mandarin
italian parsley
chicken mousse
pea
tarragon
butter
green bean
heavy cream
tarragon vinegar
shallot
chicken breast bone
boned chicken leg
branches tarragon
range chicken
calf' foot
parsley

Insights

Staple Ingredients

  • salt 60%

Usual Ingredients

  • chicken breast 50%
  • garlic 50%