Soothing Lemon-Ginger Poached Chicken & Carrots

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Soothing Lemon-Ginger Poached Chicken & Carrots

When you need a meal that's gentle on the digestive system but still packed with flavor, this poached chicken is the perfect solution. It uses simple, clean ingredients to provide a comforting dinner that won't leave you feeling bloated.

See how it's done step by step:

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 25 min · Serves: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 large carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken bone broth
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 lemon, sliced into rounds
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

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Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and lightly sauté the sliced carrots for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
  2. Pour in the chicken bone broth and add the grated ginger, lemon slices, and sea salt; bring the liquid to a gentle simmer.
  3. Carefully lower the chicken breasts into the simmering liquid, ensuring they are mostly submerged.
  4. Cover and simmer gently for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
  5. Remove the chicken to a plate to rest for 5 minutes while the carrots finish softening in the broth.
  6. Slice the chicken and serve in shallow bowls with a generous scoop of carrots and a ladle of the warm poaching liquid.

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What You'll Need

OXO Good Grips Tongs (12-inch)

Best tongs for flipping chicken without shredding. Heat-resistant, locking mechanism.

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Cook to safe internal temperatures and use a food thermometer. Allergen and nutrition information is approximate — verify for your needs. This recipe was generated with AI assistance and reviewed for general guidance only.

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