How to Boil Chicken
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5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
181 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
How to Boil Chicken
Description
In this straightforward method, chicken breasts are placed in a pot and seasoned simply with salt and pepper. Chicken broth is poured over to cover the meat, with additional water if necessary. The mixture is brought to a boil, then simmered covered on low heat to gently cook the chicken through.
Boiling the chicken in broth rather than plain water adds subtle flavor while keeping it moist. Cooking time depends on the size and quantity of chicken but generally falls between 20 to 30 minutes. The chicken is done when fully white inside and reaches 165°F internally.
The boiled chicken is then removed and may be shredded for use in various recipes. This basic technique produces tender chicken suitable for many preparations requiring cooked chicken without extra seasoning or browning.
Ingredients
- 2-3 lbs chicken breast approximately 3-4 chicken breasts
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Place the chicken in a large stock pot. Season with the salt and pepper.
- Pour the chicken broth over the top. Add more water until chicken is completely covered in the stock pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium high heat.
- Once the mixture is boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover.
- Cook until the chicken is cooked through (chicken will be completely white when cooked) and reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. This generally take approximately 20-30 minutes depending on the size and quantity of the chicken breasts that you are cooking.
- Remove chicken, shred and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 181 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 181kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 33g | 66% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 1136mg | 47% |
| Potassium | 687mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 49IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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