POACHED CHICKEN, CRUNCHY VEGETABLES, AND HERB DRESSING
I used to be put off poaching chicken as I feared it was more complicated than my simple fried version. But it's actually much easier, because while the chicken poaches you can prepare the rest of the food. These days I often poach 3 or 4 chicken breasts at a time, then keep them in the fridge so I can toss them into salads over the following days. Poaching really helps to keep the moisture in the meat, so the end result is much more enjoyable than dried, overcooked chicken.
Provided by Amelia Freer
Categories HarperCollins Chicken Vegetable Herb Dinner Healthy Low Fat Kid-Friendly Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher Small Plates
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For the dressing:
- Drain and rinse the almonds in fresh cold water, then pound them with the herbs, the garlic clove and a little salt. Slowly pour the olive oil into the mixture, stirring to combine.
- For the chicken:
- Put the chicken breasts into a pan of cold water with the reserved herb stalks (from the dressing), the garlic and the salt. Bring the water to a simmer, turn off the heat and immediately cover the pan. Allow the chicken to sit in the hot poaching liquor for 20 minutes, until cooked through.
- Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, then cool under cold running water. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Preheat the broiler. Shave the fennel bulb with a mandolin or peeler into this slices and do the same with the carrot and zucchini. Add to the beans. Put the tomatoes on a non-stick baking sheet and under a preheated broiler for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Add to the bowl.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the poaching liquor. Thinly slice them and add to the bowl of vegetables. Toss together and season to taste with salt and pepper. Arrange the chicken and vegetables between plates and serve with the herb dressing and lemon wedges.
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C Thomas
[email protected]This is a great recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were delicious. The herb dressing was also a great addition. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Qammar Ayyaz
[email protected]This is my favorite recipe for poached chicken. It's so easy to make and the results are always perfect. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I love the herb dressing too. It's the perfect finishing touch.
Lamarcus Getter
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. The herb dressing was also a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Hasibul Alam
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The vegetables are cooked perfectly and the herb dressing is a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Mahbuba Hoq
[email protected]I made this recipe for dinner last night and it was a huge hit with my family. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were delicious. The herb dressing was also a great addition. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Adam Wells
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for poached chicken. It's so easy to make and the results are always perfect. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I love the herb dressing too. It's the perfect finishing touch.
Sija 2
[email protected]I love this recipe! The chicken is always moist and tender, and the vegetables are perfectly cooked. The herb dressing is also a great addition. I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.
Laxman Bohara
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. The herb dressing was also a nice touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Amara Henley
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The chicken was cooked evenly and the vegetables were still slightly crunchy. The herb dressing was also very tasty. I will definitely be making this again.
ASASINE GAMING YT
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. The herb dressing was also delicious. Overall, this is a great recipe that I would highly recommend.
Omari Mshaali
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly crunchy. The herb dressing was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.