This poached chicken recipe is juicy and tender. Made with watercress and miso dressing, it's flavorful and packed with healthy ingredients. With a subtle mix of flavors, it's the perfect dish to serve with some warm cooked rice for a complete meal.

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Ingredients

Servings: 4

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2 quarts (2L) cold water

1 1/2 tablespoons (15g) kosher salt

2 medium skin-on, bone-in chicken breast halves (about 1 1/2 pounds; 680g)

1 whole scallion, root end trimmed, plus thinly sliced scallion for garnish

1 (2-inch) knob peeled fresh ginger, thinly sliced

2 tablespoons (30ml) vegetable oil

2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh juice from 1 lemon

2 teaspoons (10ml) white miso

2 teaspoons (10ml) soy sauce

1/2 teaspoon (3ml) toasted sesame oil

7 ounces watercress (200g; about 2 quarts, loosely packed)

Warm cooked rice, for serving

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

382kcal

19%
Fat

25g

1%
Saturated Fat

4g

0%
Carbohydrates

8g

0%
Fiber

2g

0%
Sugar

0g

0%
Protein

28g

1%
Cholesterol

72mg

3%
Sodium

1,537mg

76%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Juicy And Tender Poached Chicken With Watercress And Miso Dressing

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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