For an even more flavorful broth, consider adding a few sprigs of fresh herbs like thyme or parsley to the poaching liquid. Don't discard the poaching liquid! Strain it and use it as a delicious base for soups or sauces. If your chicken breasts are very thick, you may need to increase the poaching time slightly. Poached chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Poached Chicken Breast
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS75
Elevate your lean protein game with this exquisitely poached chicken breast recipe! Forget bland, boiled chicken – this method infuses the meat with layers of savory flavor, creating a tender and delicious base for countless meals. Perfect on its own with vibrant vegetables, or shredded into salads, soups, and more!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate14 g
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Cholesterol133 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein55 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium2787 mg
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Sugar7 g
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Fat4 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine the chicken stock, water, yellow onion, celery, carrots, tomato paste, salt, peppercorns, and bay leaf. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, reduce the heat to medium-low and maintain a gentle simmer, checking the flavor occasionally. Allow the vegetables to infuse the broth for 30 to 45 minutes, or until they are slightly tender and the broth is fragrant. (30-45 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the stock to a boil. Gently add the chicken breasts to the pot, ensuring they are fully submerged in the liquid. If necessary, add more water to cover. (5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Once the liquid returns to a boil, immediately remove the pot from the heat. Cover the pot tightly with a lid and allow the chicken to poach in the residual heat until it is cooked through and no longer pink in the center. This should take approximately 15 minutes. (15 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View To ensure the chicken is fully cooked, insert an instant-read thermometer into the thickest part of a breast. It should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). If not, cover and let sit for a few more minutes, checking again. (2 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Remove the chicken from the poaching liquid and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing, shredding, or using as desired.
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Aurore Wolff
Jun 27, 2025Adding the tomato paste made a huge difference in the flavor. So much better than plain poached chicken!
Ines Gottlieb
Jun 16, 2025The poaching liquid is amazing! I used it to make a creamy chicken soup the next day.
Arvel Shields
Jun 13, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! My chicken was so moist and flavorful. I'll never boil chicken again!
Mitchel Konopelski
Nov 10, 2024I love how simple this recipe is, and the chicken is perfect for meal prepping.