Best 2 Poached Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipes

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Are you looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make chicken dish? If so, then you'll love this poached lemon-garlic chicken recipe. This simple dish uses a few basic ingredients to create a moist and tender chicken breast that is bursting with flavor. The poaching liquid, made with lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, infuses the chicken with a delicious citrus and savory flavor. Serve this chicken with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice, for a complete and satisfying meal.

In addition to the poached lemon-garlic chicken, this article also includes recipes for two other easy and delicious chicken dishes:

* **Lemon-Garlic Chicken Skillet:** This one-pan dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Simply cook the chicken breasts in a skillet with lemon juice, garlic, and butter until they are cooked through. Serve with your favorite sides, such as pasta, rice, or vegetables.

* **Lemon-Garlic Chicken Marinade:** This marinade is perfect for adding flavor to chicken breasts before grilling, baking, or roasting. Simply combine the lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and herbs in a bowl and let the chicken breasts marinate for at least 30 minutes before cooking.

Whether you're looking for a simple poached chicken dish or a more flavorful grilled or roasted chicken, this article has a recipe for you. So next time you're in the mood for chicken, give one of these recipes a try.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

POACHED LEMON GARLIC CHICKEN



Poached Lemon Garlic Chicken image

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

1 chicken breast fillet
2 lemons, juice of
1 lemon, cut in half
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/2-1 cup water

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a saucepan & simmer over a low heat until chicken is fully cooked.

LEMON POACHED CHICKEN ( GARLIC HEAVEN )



LEMON POACHED CHICKEN ( GARLIC HEAVEN ) image

Categories     Chicken     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Healthy

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 boneless chicken breasts
20 garlic cloves, unpeeled
2 bay leaves
6 sprigs fresh thyme
zest & juice of2 lemons
500ml chicken stock ( oxo or other cube ).
freshly ground black pepper.

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!!

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot: This will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the chicken from sticking to the pan.
  • Use a flavorful poaching liquid: The poaching liquid is what will flavor the chicken, so be sure to use a combination of flavorful ingredients. Some good options include chicken broth, white wine, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs.
  • Bring the poaching liquid to a simmer before adding the chicken: This will help to prevent the chicken from overcooking.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through: The chicken is cooked through when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken rest before serving: This will help the chicken to retain its juices.

Conclusion:

Poached lemon garlic chicken is a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The poaching liquid can be used to make a delicious sauce or gravy. This dish is sure to please the whole family.

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