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Poached Chicken Breast

A tender and juicy way to cook a chicken breast(s) you can eat with a meal or use as a base for other recipes.
Course Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Canadian
Keyword chicken, poach, poached, poached chicken
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 120kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 skinless boneless chicken breast
  • 6 peppercorns
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 clove garlic peeled and crushed
  • ½ tsp fresh thyme pinch of dry thyme (if fresh isn't available)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • pinch kosher salt

Instructions

  • Add all the ingredients into a large pot of water, bring to a near boil, reduce heat and allow to simmer for 15-20 minutes.
    The simmering water should be approximately 180℉. Skim any foam off the surface of the water.
    The chicken should have an internal temperature of 160℉ at the thickest part when fully cooked.

Notes

This makes a delicious base for chicken salad. Use it for cold meat on a sandwich or salad.
120 calories per 4 oz chicken breast