Description
Unlock a world of delicious potential with this easy and flavorful homemade sandwich meat. Say goodbye to store-bought and hello to tender, savory slices perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- 1.5–2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, turkey breast, or pork loin
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, roughly chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 celery stalks, roughly chopped
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tsp unflavored gelatin (dissolved in 2 tbsp cold broth)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prep Meat and Aromatics. Pat meat dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Roughly chop onion, garlic, and celery.
- Step 2: Sear for Flavor. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear meat 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Combine Ingredients. Sauté onion, garlic, and celery in the same pot for 5-7 minutes. Add broth, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Return meat to pot and stir in dissolved gelatin if using.
- Step 4: Slow Cook or Roast. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat, cover, and cook on low for 1.5-2.5 hours (or roast at 300°F) until fork-tender. Remove meat, strain and reserve broth.
- Step 5: Cool & Chill Thoroughly. Let meat cool, then wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until completely firm.
- Step 6: Slice Thinly. Using a sharp knife or meat slicer, slice the chilled meat as thinly as possible for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 1.5-2.5 hours