Poached Chicken and Asparagus With Green Goddess Sauce Recipe

Name: Poached Chicken and Asparagus With Green Goddess Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 80 min
Total time: 95 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: For the Chicken and Asparagus:; 4 bone-in, skin-on, split chicken breast halves (about 4 pounds; 1.8kg); 1 carrot, peeled and cut into large dice; 1 celery rib, cut into large dice; 1 leek, white and light green parts only, washed well and cut into large dice; 2 large sprigs fresh tarragon; 1 cup (235ml) dry white wine; 1 1/2 tablespoons (15g) kosher salt, plus more for seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon (3g) whole black peppercorns; 12 large spears asparagus (about 1/2 pound; 225g), washed well, woody ends trimmed and stalks peeled; 4 tablespoons (60g) unsalted butter, melted; For the Green Goddess Sauce:; 3/4 cup (170g) mayonnaise; 1/4 cup (55g) sour cream; 1 tablespoon (15ml) rice wine vinegar; 1/2 bunch watercress (about 2 ounces; 55g), leaves only; 1/4 cup fresh tarragon leaves; 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves and tender stems; 10 fresh chives, plus minced chives for garnish; 4 oil-packed anchovy fillets, drained; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

1h 20m

Total Time

1h 35m

This poached chicken and asparagus with green goddess sauce recipe is a light and healthy dish perfect for spring. The chicken is poached with aromatic vegetables and tarragon, then served with tender asparagus and a creamy herb sauce. A flavorful, elegant option for a special dinner or gathering.