The Ultimate how to make homemade chicken - My Recipe Critic

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 cups (950ml) water
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 cup (113g) mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup (60g) sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup (110g) celery, finely diced
• 1/2 cup (50g) red onion, finely diced
• 1/2 cup (57g) toasted sliced almonds
• 1/4 cup (30g) fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup (30g) dried cranberries (optional)