Basic Boiled Chicken Recipe Recipe

Name: Basic Boiled Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Meat & Poultry
Ingredients: 1 x chicken, No.18; 1/2 Tbsp. lemon juice; 2 x ltr water; 1/2 c. onions, medium; 1/2 c. carrot; 1/2 c. celery; 1 x bayleaf; 1 x cloves; 1/4 tsp black peppercorns; 1 tsp garlic, crushed; 1/2 c. flour, plain; 1 Tbsp. butter; 4 c. chicken stock; 1/2 c. cream

Servings: persons

1 x chicken, No.18
1/2 Tbsp. lemon juice
2 x ltr water
1/2 c. onions, medium
1/2 c. carrot
1/2 c. celery
1 x bayleaf
1 x cloves
1/4 tsp black peppercorns
1 tsp garlic, crushed
1/2 c. flour, plain
1 Tbsp. butter
4 c. chicken stock
1/2 c. cream

1
Slice onions, carrots and celery.
2
Rinse chicken inside and out to remove any traces of blood.
3
Place in a large pot with all the other ingredients and sufficient water to just cover.
4
Bring to the boil, reduce heat to a slow simmer.
5
Cook gently for 1 1/2 to 2 hrs.
6
Traditionally served warm with boiled Large eggs and grilled bacon, and a chicken veloute (see recipe below) prepared from cooking liquids.
7
If using chicken meat for other preparations, allow bird to cold in stock, remove skin, dice flesh as required.
8
Strain and reserve stock for preparation of sauces or possibly soups.
9
*Chicken velouteMelt butter in a pan, add in flour and cook, stirring constantly 2 min over medium heat.
10
Remove from heat, allow to cold slightly, then gradually fold in warm chicken stock with a wooden spoon or possibly whisk till a smooth sauce is achieved.
11
Simmer very gently, 10-15 min, stirring regularly.
12
Add in cream and season.
13
Serve on its own or possibly use meat for crepes, vol au vents

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 x chicken, No.18, 1/2 Tbsp. lemon juice, 2 x ltr water, 1/2 c. onions, medium, and more.

Yes, Basic Boiled Chicken Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Basic Boiled Chicken Recipe

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