How many servings does this recipe make?

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

Is Poached Chicken suitable as meat & poultry?

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

How do I store leftover Poached Chicken?

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

Poached Chicken Recipe

Name: Poached Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Handful fresh parsley; Few sprigs fresh oregano; Few sprigs fresh rosemary; Few sprigs fresh thyme; 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs; 2 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts; 4 ribs celery, coarsely chopped; 2 carrots, peeled and quartered; 2 onions, peeled and quartered with root attached 4 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 lemon, sliced; 1 1/2 teaspoons black peppercorns (half a palm full); Few fresh bay leaves; Kosher salt

Try this homemade Poached Chicken recipe the whole family will love. Made with Handful fresh parsley, oregano, rosemary and thyme. Easy step-by-step ins…

This Poached Chicken relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as handful fresh parsley, few sprigs fresh oregano, few sprigs fresh rosemary and few sprigs fresh thyme. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 555 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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