Boiled Chicken with Broth

Ingredients

• 1200 gChicken
• 2850 mlWater
• 30 gRice
• 30 gBarley
• 8 gSalt
• 10 gParsley
• 50 gButter

Instructions

1. 1

   Preparation

   • Rinse the whole chicken and trim excess fat if needed.
   • Cut the chicken into four portions (breasts and leg quarters).
2. 2

   Cooking

   • Place the chicken, water, rice or pearl barley and salt in a large pot.
   • Bring to a gentle boil, skimming any scum from the surface.
   • Reduce heat and simmer gently until the chicken is fully cooked (about 35–45 minutes).
3. 3

   Remove and garnish

   • Remove the chicken and arrange on a serving platter.
   • Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
4. 4

   Strain the broth

   • Strain the broth through a sieve or cloth to obtain a clear stock.
   • Keep hot and adjust seasoning if needed.
5. 5

   Serve

   • Serve the chicken with a bowl of melted clarified butter for dipping.
   • Serve the hot clear broth on the side in bowls.