Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Lemon Poached Chicken Garlic Heaven recipe. This dish tantalizes your taste buds with a moist and tender chicken, enveloped in a luscious sauce that's bursting with zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and a hint of refreshing herbs. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a culinary novice, our simple step-by-step guide ensures a stress-free cooking experience. Plus, discover variations like Garlic Herb Butter Wings and Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs to expand your culinary horizons and satisfy every palate. Get ready to embark on a flavor journey that will transport you to a state of pure gustatory bliss.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
SHEET-PAN LEMON GARLIC CHICKEN
Everyone needs an easy meal. Try this sheet-pan chicken with roasted potatoes for a simple and tasty meal guaranteed to please the whole family. If you use fresh lemon juice, garnish each serving with a little lemon zest for bright flavor. -Andrea Potischman, Menlo Park, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. In a small bowl, whisk the first 7 ingredients until blended. Pour 1/4 cup marinade into a large bowl or shallow dish. Add chicken and turn to coat. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., Drain chicken, discarding any remaining marinade in bowl. Place chicken in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan; add potatoes in a single layer. Drizzle reserved marinade over potatoes; top with lemon slices. Bake until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°-175° and potatoes are tender, 40-45 minutes. If desired, broil chicken 3-4 inches from heat until deep golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 calories, Fat 29g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 507mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 39g protein.
LEMON AND GARLIC CHICKEN WITH CHERRY TOMATOES
This is a summery dish to make in the middle of a cold winter (or early spring), but you can find decent cherry tomatoes even now, from Florida or from Mexico. I marinate the breasts in lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and rosemary before I pound them. This makes them very flavorful, a great savory contrast to the sweet tomato topping.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, quick, main course
Time 30m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Stir together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, and salt and pepper in a large bowl. Cut each chicken breast into 2 equal pieces (3 if they weigh 12 ounces or more) and place in the bowl. Stir together and refrigerate 15 to 30 minutes.
- Remove chicken from marinade and pat dry with paper towels (discard marinade). Place two sheets of plastic wrap (1 large sheet if you have extra-wide wrap) on your work surface, overlapping slightly, to make 1 wide sheet, and brush lightly with olive oil. Place a piece of chicken in the middle of plastic sheet and brush lightly with oil. Cover the chicken with another wide layer of plastic wrap. Working from the center to the outside, pound chicken breast with the flat side of a meat tenderizer until about 1/4 inch thick. (Don't pound too hard or you'll tear the meat. If that happens it won't be the end of the world, you'll just have a few pieces to cook.) Repeat with the remaining chicken breast pieces.
- Season the pounded chicken breasts with salt and pepper on one side only. Dredge lightly in the flour (you will not use all of it) and tap the breasts to remove excess.
- Turn oven on low. Heat a wide, heavy skillet over high heat and add oil. When oil is hot, place one or two pieces of chicken in the pan - however many will fit without crowding. Cook for 1 1/2 minutes, until bottom is browned in spots. Turn over and brown other side, about 1 1/2 minutes. (Do not overcook or chicken will be dry.) Transfer to a platter or sheet pan and keep warm in the oven. If there is more than a tablespoon of fat in the pan, pour some off into a jar or bowl.
- Turn heat on burner down to medium-high. Add wine to pan and stir with a wooden spoon to deglaze. Add cherry tomatoes and cook, stirring often or tossing in the pan, until they begin to shrivel and burst. Add sugar and salt and pepper to taste and continue to cook, tossing the tomatoes in the pan and stirring often, for 5 to 10 minutes, until tomatoes have collapsed but are still intact. Top chicken breasts with the tomatoes, sprinkle with parsley and with Parmesan if using, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 338, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 629 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
LEMON AND GARLIC BAKED CHICKEN
Steps:
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Add the chicken pieces to a large resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over the top. Seal the bag, removing as much air as possible, and massage the marinade around the chicken to coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least an hour and up to overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and transfer, skin-side up, to a large cast-iron skillet. Pour half the marinade all over the chicken in the skillet. Sprinkle the chicken with a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Roast until the chicken is deeply browned, the meat is cooked through and the juices run clear, about 40 minutes. (An instant-read thermometer inserted in the thigh, avoiding bone, should read 165 degrees F.) Remove the chicken to a platter and let rest while you make the sauce.
- For the sauce: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the honey, oregano, garlic, lemon juice and zest and 1/4 cup skimmed drippings from the skillet and bring to simmer. Taste and season with salt and pepper, and if too tangy, add a bit more honey. Pour the sauce over the chicken, then garnish with the pimientos, chopped parsley and lemon wedges and serve.
LEMON POACHED CHICKEN ( GARLIC HEAVEN )
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large saucepan & cook ( seal ) chicken over a medium/high heat for about 4 mins until slightly golden. Add the garlic & cook for a few more minutes. Add the herbs,lemon zest, juice & stock. Stir & bring to just boiling. Cover with a lid, reduce heat & poach gently for 20-25 minutes, oruntill the chicken is tender. Remove chicken. Season to taste with black pepper. Serve on a bed of fine noodles with a little of the juice spooned over the chicken & a green salad. Enjoy!!
POACHED CHICKEN WITH LEMON & TARRAGON SAUCE
Poached chicken with lemon in a deliciously creamy tarragon sauce - serve simply with rice or potatoes
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Main course
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Put the wine, vegetables, herb sprigs, bay leaves, bacon, peppercorns and stock powder or cubes in a large pan. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 10 mins.
- Remove any excess fat from the chicken and push it into the liquor.
- Return the liquor to the boil, then turn heat down. Cover and cook for 11⁄4 hrs until chicken legs feel tender when pierced. Remove from heat, stand for 15 mins, then lift onto a plate. Strain the liquor into a bowl and pour 500ml into a pan. Boil to reduce by half.
- Pull and cut the bird into neat portions, discarding skin, wing tips and backbone. Put on a plate and cover.
- Beat together the yolks, cream and tarragon in a jug. Ladle in a quarter of the liquor, mix, then pour back into the stock and turn the heat down. Mix the cornflour with a little water and add. With a wooden spoon, stir for 3-5 mins until it begins to thicken.6 Remove from the heat, then stir in lemon juice to taste. Pour some sauce over the chicken and put the rest in a jug. Serve with boiled long grain rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 689 calories, Fat 42 grams fat, SaturatedFat 19 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Protein 62 grams protein, Sodium 1.35 milligram of sodium
POACHED LEMON GARLIC CHICKEN
This chicken is great broken up for sandwiches or salads,packed with flavour I love it, can easily be increased too.
Provided by Mandy
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 11m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a saucepan & simmer over a low heat until chicken is fully cooked.
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken: For best results, opt for a whole chicken weighing 3-4 pounds. You can also use chicken breasts or thighs, but adjust the cooking times accordingly.
- Prep your chicken: Rinse the chicken inside and out, then pat it dry with paper towels. Removing any excess moisture will help the skin crisp up in the oven.
- Season generously: Season the chicken inside and out with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as thyme, rosemary, or paprika.
- Create a flavorful poaching liquid: The poaching liquid is key to this recipe, so make sure to use a good quality stock or broth. You can also add aromatics like onion, celery, carrots, and garlic to enhance the flavor.
- Poach the chicken until tender: Bring the poaching liquid to a simmer, then carefully add the chicken. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes per pound, or until the chicken is cooked through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh should read 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the poaching liquid and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
Conclusion:
Lemon poached chicken is a classic dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. The combination of tender chicken, tangy lemon, and fragrant garlic is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice, for a complete and satisfying meal.
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