Description - Step 1
Step 1: Prepare Poaching Liquid
In a medium saucepan, combine water, carrot, celery, onion, garlic, thyme, parsley, bay leaf, black peppercorns, and lemon slices. Slowly bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, ensuring it never reaches a rolling boil, which can toughen the chicken. Aromatics will release flavour as the liquid heats.