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.

Zakir Don
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe is a keeper. It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Ilya Koplevsky
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Vict0r
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I love the lemony flavor of the gravy. It's so refreshing and light.


Saima Rehman
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I've made this dish several times, and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe for beginners.


pronob barua
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This is one of my go-to recipes when I'm short on time. It's always a hit with my guests.


Ruby Yadav
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the gravy was to die for.


Rayhan Khandaker
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a really flavorful meal.


Maimuna
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Brandon Joneses
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I've never been a fan of poached chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the gravy was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


logs cabiin
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe is a keeper. It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


nira karki
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Jamal Dawar
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I love the lemony flavor of the gravy. It's so refreshing and light.


Joseph Her
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I've made this dish several times, and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe for beginners.


Ethan Toledo
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This is one of my go-to recipes when I'm short on time. It's always a hit with my guests.


Derval Brown
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the gravy was to die for.


Mike Habit
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a really flavorful meal.


Sanjib Mehta
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ahtshm Hassan
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I've never poached chicken before, but this recipe made it so easy. The chicken turned out perfectly, and the gravy was amazing. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family.


Omega Chembe
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so moist and tender, and the gravy was light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.