Lemon Herb Butter Poached Chicken Breasts

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   Preheat oven to 250

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   In a ovenproof skillet large enough to hold chicken in one layer,melt butter, add lemon, red hot and garlic

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   Add herbs to butter mixture.

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   Season chicken with Cajun seasoning, pepper and salt and turn to coat with butter.

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   Place chicken breast meat side down.

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   Cut a piece of parchment oaper the same diameter as your skillet.

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   Generously butter one side of paper.

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   Lay paper butter side down on chicken to cover it.

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   Then cover that with a tight fitting lid.

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    Place in preheated oven and cook for 1 hour, without opening oven.

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    Remove from oven and let sit covered 10 to 15 minutes.

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    The chicken can be served now warm, strain the sauce and serve with rice or potatos.

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    Or alternatively, the meat can be removed and added to tortillas and salads warm.

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    I also chill the breasts and use for sandwiches and chicken salad and any place you would use cooked chicken

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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