With a little practice and a little added flavor, a humble chicken breast can be anything you want.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook 2 or 3 shallots with 2 tablespoons butter or oil and some salt and pepper until soft, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, juice of 1 lemon, .75 cup water, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, 1 tablespoon sugar and .25 teaspoon cayenne to the pan.
- When the liquid boils, lower heat to a simmer; cover and cook chicken for 10 to 15 minutes or until tender and just cooked through.
- Transfer chicken to a plate and keep warm. Turn heat to high and boil the mixture until it is reduced to your liking.
- Lower heat and return the chicken to the pan to reheat and coat with sauce.
- Garnish: Fresh cilantro and lemon.
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cheekychubs 2010
[email protected]This recipe looks delicious.
Fabiola Urbieta Urbieta
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe.
Lisa Cassity
[email protected]This recipe is easy to make.
Raul Banaga
[email protected]I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.
Olufunto Adenubi
[email protected]The sauce was delicious.
Oppo Oppo
[email protected]The chicken was so tender and flavorful.
Malk Ehab
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.
Mohammad Seidu
[email protected]This is a great recipe.
Ezenwa Nwaozichi
[email protected]I love this recipe!
Siddique Khatri
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper!
Hayden Gines
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is so tender and the sauce is delicious.
July Mkwanazi
[email protected]This is a great recipe for poached chicken. It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love the way the chicken absorbs the flavor of the soy sauce and ginger.
Ramez Ters
[email protected]I love this recipe! The chicken is always so tender and juicy. I usually serve it with rice and steamed vegetables.
Sujit Ram
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to cook chicken. The chicken is moist and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.
Victor Oyeniran
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is so tender and the sauce is delicious. I like to add a little bit of honey to the sauce for a touch of sweetness.
Kelly Loza
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for poached chicken. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love the way the chicken absorbs the flavor of the soy sauce and ginger.
Caren Belen Cataring
[email protected]I love this recipe! The chicken is always so moist and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful without being too salty. I usually serve it with rice and steamed broccoli.
Axel Diaz
[email protected]This soy poached chicken recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice with steamed vegetables, and it was a perfect meal.