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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Meghraj Dhakal
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked.
Nasim Saba
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some leftover rotisserie chicken, and it worked perfectly in this dish.
krish kumar
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the vegetables and herb dressing were delicious.
Sahil Jutt
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the tender chicken and crunchy vegetables, and the herb dressing was the perfect finishing touch.
Linda Gilbride
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious.
Tafsir Ahmed Sumaiya Akther
[email protected]I'm giving this recipe 4 stars because it was overall very good. However, I did find that the chicken was a bit dry. I think next time I'll try cooking it for a shorter amount of time.
Kingsley Samuel
[email protected]The chicken was a bit overcooked, but the vegetables were delicious. The herb dressing was also very good.
Renitha Maxie
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning, or maybe a different type of dressing.
Afrroz Jan
[email protected]Wow! This recipe is a keeper. The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly crunchy. The herb dressing was the perfect addition, tying all the flavors together. Definitely recommend this dish to anyone looking for a healt
Oka
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of poached chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the crunchy vegetables and herb dressing really elevated the dish.
Angelhannarose Bocobo Villanueva
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this dish was to make. The instructions were clear and concise, and I had no trouble following along. The end result was a delicious and healthy meal that my whole family enjoyed.
Katelyn Lamb
[email protected]This dish was an absolute delight! The chicken was incredibly tender and juicy, and the crunchy vegetables added a wonderful texture. The herb dressing was the perfect finishing touch, adding a burst of flavor to every bite.