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
Brothy Poached Chicken with Mushrooms and Fresh Chile
- black pepper
- green onion
- white vinegar
- soy sauce
- ginger
- red chile
- garlic
- chicken breast
- salt
- bay leaf
- allspice
- shiitake mushroom
Foolproof Poached Chicken with Ginger Shallot Sauce
- chilli paste
- sriracha
- ginger
- soy sauce
- sugar
- garlic
- salt
- ginger
- chicken breast
- shallots scallion
- vegetable oil
Master Poached Chicken
- black pepper
- olive oil
- salt
- lemon juice
- garlic
- dill frond
- carrot
- chicken breast
Curry-Poached Chicken with Rice and Scallions
- black pepper
- lime juice
- orange juice
- jasmine rice
- salt
- ginger
- curry powder
- garlic
- chicken breast
- green onion
Poached Chicken Recipe
- peppercorn
- bay leaf
- rosemary
- celery
- onion
- thigh
- thyme
- garlic
- lemon serve
- salt
Perfect Poached Chicken
- salt
- chicken breast
- water
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
Healthy Poached Chicken
- salt
- bay leaf
- chicken breast
- black peppercorn
- garlic
- italian parsley
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
Poached Chicken with Tarragon Gelée
- branches tarragon
- salt
- range chicken
- white wine
- bay leaf
- calf' foot
- carrot
- leek
- onion
- thyme
- celery
- parsley
- black peppercorn
Ingredient Breakdown
Insights
Staple Ingredients
- salt 60%
Usual Ingredients
- chicken breast 50%
- garlic 50%