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Basic Poached Chicken
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
1 teaspoon(s) black peppercorns
4 boneless, skinlesss chicken breast halves (about 8 ounces each)
1 stalk(s) celery, cut into thirds
1 teaspoon(s) coarse salt
2 clove(s) garlic, peeled
1/2 lemon, sliced (optional)
1 medium carrot, cut into thirds
1/2 medium yellow onion, halved
3 sprig(s) thyme or parsley
Directions:
1. In a large, straight sided skillet or pot, combine all ingredients except chicken; cover with water by 1/2 inch. Bring to a boil over high. Add chicken and return to a boil. Cook 3 minutes, then cover skillet and remove from heat. Let stand until chicken is cooked through, 15 to 18 minutes, flipping halfway through. Remove chicken from poaching liquid immediately.
By RecipeOfHealth.com