How to Poach a Chicken

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   I used a whole chicken so vary the quantity and size of things if you are poaching pieces.

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   Remove the chicken from the packaging and toss any inner parts away.

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   Wash and rinse your chicken.

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   Get a large enough pan or pot to cover the entire chicken.

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   Place the chicken on the pot along with some carrots, celery, and onion.

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   Whatever you have on hand will do, we just need to add some seasoning.

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   (No need to peel the carrot, just toss it in.)

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   Cover with water.

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   Bring the pot to a boil, then turn down and simmer for about 55 minutes for a whole chicken, probably about 35 minutes for pieces, breasts, thighs, etc.

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    Once the chicken is done, pull it from the pot and let it rest on a cutting board until it is cool enough to handle.

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    Cut off the wings, legs and thighs, shred or cut/cube meat if you would like.

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    Then cut the back bone and cut off the breasts.

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    Use the chicken in a variety of meals during the week!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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