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Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.","group":"Simmering","title":"Bring to a gentle boil","timerMinutes":25,"sourceTitle":"Simmering"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and egg yolks to create a liaison.","group":"Finishing","title":"Whisk together the heavy cream and egg yolks","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Take a ladle of the hot broth and slowly whisk it into the cream mixture to temper it. Pour the tempered mixture back into the pot while stirring constantly.","group":"Finishing","title":"Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Heat gently for 2-3 minutes without letting it boil. 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