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In the jar, combine the zest, lemon juice, and salt. Cover with the lid and shake to dissolve the salt. Add the cream and mustard. Shake to blend. Taste for seasoning. The dressing can be used immediately. (Store the dressing in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake to blend again before using.)
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In a medium saucepan, combine all of the ingredients except the chicken. Cover, bring to a simmer, and simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
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Carefully slip the chicken breasts into the stock, making sure they are fully covered by the liquid. Cover and simmer for 7 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat (keeping it covered), and let the chicken cool to room temperature in the stock for 1 hour.
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The chicken can be used immediately or refrigerated, covered in the stock. The stock can be stained and used to prepare chicken soup or reduced and used for a sauce. (Store the chicken in an airtight container in the stock in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.)
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In a large, dry skillet, brown the bacon over moderate heat until crisp and golden, about 5 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to several layers of paper towels to absorb the fat.
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In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes and chopped lettuce. Toss with just enough dressing to lightly and evenly coat the ingredients.
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Place a slice of toast in the center of each dinner plate and drizzle with the dressing. Layer several slices of chicken on top of the toast. Arrange 2 slices of bacon on top of the chicken. Shower with the tomato salad.
