Chicken and Shallot Jam on Pain au Levain

Name: Chicken and Shallot Jam on Pain au Levain
Prep time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 4 sandwiches
Ingredients: 2 (8-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 medium yellow onion, quartered; 2 bay leaves; 10 whole black peppercorns; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 1/2 pounds shallots, peeled, halved, and sliced 1/4-inch thick; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons white wine-tarragon vinegar; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh tarragon leaves; 8 (1/2-inch thick) slices crusty bread, such as pain au levain

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For the poached chicken:

2 (8-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 medium yellow onion, quartered
2 bay leaves
10 whole black peppercorns
2 teaspoons kosher salt

For the shallot-tarragon jam:

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 1/2 pounds shallots, peeled, halved, and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons white wine-tarragon vinegar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh tarragon leaves

To assemble the sandwiches:

8 (1/2-inch thick) slices crusty bread, such as pain au levain

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Nutritional Information

Calories764
Fat16.06g
Saturated fat4.17g
Trans fat0.13g
Carbs112.15g
Fiber9.43g
Sugar32.97g
Protein44.32g
Cholesterol90.41mg
Sodium1133.76mg
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Chicken and Shallot Jam on Pain au Levain

Tender poached chicken and tangy, sweet, shallot-tarragon jam fill this flavorful sandwich that’s perfect to pack as part of a picnic or sack lunch. Add a side of herbed potato salad for a bright and healthy lunch.

Game plan: The poached chicken can be made 1 day ahead, covered, and refrigerated. The shallot jam can be made up to 3 days ahead, covered, and refrigerated.

by Kate Ramos

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How to Store Chicken

Raw or cooked chicken can be stored in a refrigerator for a few days, though it’s important to prevent raw chicken juices from leaking and contaminating other foods. Ensure that chicken remains in its original packaging (which should be vacuum-sealed or tightly-wrapped) until it is ready to be cooked.

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How to Freeze Chicken

While freezing will make your chicken less tender and juicy, it is the perfect way to store the family-sized pack you bought at Costco last weekend. Remove the chicken from its original packaging and rewrap it tightly using aluminum foil, plastic wrap, or freezer paper. Double wrap if you are planning to store the chicken for more than two months. Ground chicken can last up to three months in the freezer, while chicken pieces can last up to nine.

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How to Thaw Chicken

You should never thaw chicken at room temperature, as it is highly susceptible to bacteria growth. Frozen chicken should either be thawed in the microwave, in the refrigerator, or in cold water (which should be changed every 30 minutes).

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Instructions

For the poached chicken:

1Place all the ingredients in a medium saucepan. Cover with cold water by 1 to 2 inches and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat; reduce heat to medium low and simmer gently until the chicken is completely cooked and no longer pink in the center, about 20 minutes. Remove the chicken from the poaching liquid to a cutting board and let cool to room temperature. Meanwhile, make the shallot-tarragon jam.

For the shallot-tarragon jam:

1Heat the oil and butter in a large frying pan over medium heat until the butter is foaming.
2Add the shallots, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shallots are softened and just beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.
3Stir in 1/4 cup of the vinegar and the sugar and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shallots are completely soft and caramelized and the jam is thick and syrupy, about 20 to 25 minutes.
4Remove the pan from heat and stir in remaining 2 tablespoons of vinegar. Let the jam cool for 20 minutes, then stir in the chopped tarragon.

To assemble the sandwiches:

1Slice the chicken into 1/4-inch thick pieces.
2Evenly divide the shallot jam on 1 side of 4 slices of the bread. Divide the chicken evenly among the sandwiches, placing it on top of the jam in an even layer. Close each sandwich and serve.

Beverage pairing: Louis Bouillot Crémant de Bourgogne Rosé, France. A lovely, simple sparkler made from Pinot and Chardonnay in Burgundy, this rosé is light and delicate and will perform flawlessy alongside the chicken. Its pinkish-red fruit and hint of sweetness will also make it a natural partner for the shallot jam.

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