BBQ sauce is one of the greatest creations ever, although many would argue beer tops that chart. So to be thorough I’ve combined both into one dish. I had a craving for BBQ chicken this week and chicken breasts happened to be on sale – perfect. Shredded chicken soaks up a lot of sauce which translates to happier tongues but shredding such a lean meat can be difficult. Poaching is a great option because the meat is submersed in liquid throughout the cooking process. Water works as the poaching liquid but leaves the meat fairly tasteless – this is where the beer comes in. Don’t think of this as a waste of beer, think of it as yet another use for the glorious beverage! To be extra thorough, I used a BBQ sauce made with beer. Conclusion: poaching chicken in beer is a great way to get tender, flavorful meat in a short span of time.
