SLICED POACHED CHICKEN WITH LIGHT AND LEMONY GRAVY

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Sliced Poached Chicken with Light and Lemony Gravy image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 onion, quartered
2 ribs celery, halved
1 carrot, peeled and halved
2 bay leaves
3 tablespoons butter
1 shallot, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced or pasted
3 tablespoons flour
A few sprigs fresh thyme, finely chopped
1/2 cup white wine
1 lemon, zested
2 lemons, juiced
1/3 cup light cream, optional
Bread, for serving, optional
A few leaves fresh basil, torn or shredded, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the chicken in a deep skillet or pot with the onion, celery, carrot, and bay leaves. Cover with just enough water to come to the top of the meat. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and then simmer until cooked through, about 12 to 15 minutes. Remove the chicken to a plate with tongs and tent with foil. Strain the poaching liquid and reserve 1 cup.
  • Return the skillet to medium heat and add the butter to melt. Add the shallot and garlic and stir for 2 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour and stir another minute. Stir in the thyme and wine. Add lemon zest and juice, the reserved poaching liquid, and simmer to reduce the sauce and thicken a bit. Stir in the cream, if desired. Slice the chicken and add to the sauce to warm. Serve with bread or a simple pasta dish such as Egg Pasta with Leeks. Garnish with basil and serve.

Pawan Jhuteri Thapa
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some leftover roasted chicken that I used in the gravy. It was delicious!


Sania Kashif
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The chicken was a little bland, but the gravy was very good.


John Tipmai
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to serve for company.


EVE eve
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The chicken and gravy are both delicious.


Dip Adhikary
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I'm not a big fan of poached chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so tender and flavorful.


Roberto Carlos Vera Cifuentes
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it!


Mohamd Gul
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the chicken and gravy, and they even ate all of their broccoli!


Danish ch Danish ch
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The chicken was a little dry, but the gravy was very good.


Sabina Timalsina
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great weeknight meal.


emy Q
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I made this recipe for my picky kids and they all loved it! They even asked for seconds.


Tebogo k Kgomotso
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I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy to follow. I was so impressed with the results!


ttutu Mc
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some rotisserie chicken that I shredded and used in the gravy. It was delicious!


W6
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly. My family loved it!


Rizwan Bhabha
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The chicken was a bit bland for my taste, but the gravy was fantastic.


Linda Ellison
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Easy to make and delicious! I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.


Olvin Y Wendy Godoy
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind! The poaching method kept the chicken so tender and juicy, and the gravy was the perfect complement.


Jessie Gee
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This recipe was a hit at our dinner party! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the gravy was light and tangy. Definitely a keeper!