How to Boil Chicken Breasts
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5.0
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Additional Time
5 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
2 breasts
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Calories
269 kcal
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Cuisine
American
How to Boil Chicken Breasts
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Boiled chicken breasts quick to prepare, perfect for meal prep, and moist and tender every time!
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Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts 7 oz each
- 2 cups chicken broth or water, more as needed
- 1 rib celery cut in 2" chunks
- ¼ medium onion sliced ½-inch thick
- salt and black pepper
- ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning or 2 sprigs of fresh parsley, sage, or 1 sprig rosemary
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in a medium saucepan and add broth or water to just about cover the breasts.
- Add celery, onion, salt, pepper, and seasoning to the pot and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cover and reduce heat to a gentle simmer, the liquid should be lightly bubbling.
- Cook boneless chicken breasts for about 12-15 minutes or bone in chicken breasts for 25-30 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove from the cooking liquid and rest for at least 5 minutes. Shred or chop as desired.
- Strain the cooking liquid and use in soups or even as a cooking liquid for rice.
Notes
- Cooking time: Larger chicken breasts will need longer, smaller chicken breasts will need less time.
- Cooking temperature: Ensure the chicken cooks at a gentle simmer. If the temperature is too high, it can make the chicken tough.
- Seasoning: Add a variety of spices or herbs to your liking.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
269
(13%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
48g
(96%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
145mg
(48%)
Sodium
1202mg
(50%)
Potassium
836mg
(24%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
568IU
(11%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
11mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2breasts
Amount Per Serving
Calories 269 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 269 | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 48g | 96% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 1202mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 836mg | 18% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 568IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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