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How to Poach Chicken

Learn how to poach chicken with this simple tutorial that's perfect for meal prepping. Poaching chicken is healthy and versatile for recipes!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 132 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs breasts, thighs, or both
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ yellow onion sliced
  • 4-6 garlic cloves peeled
  • 5 whole black peppercorns
  • 4 parsley sprigs
  • 2 fresh Rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • chicken broth

Instructions

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  1. Season chicken lightly with salt.
  2. Transfer the chicken to a large pot or dutch oven with a lid. Add the onion, garlic, herbs and spices.
  3. Add chicken broth to cover the chicken halfway and bring mixture to a simmer without letting it boil.
  4. Simmer for 5 minutes, turn off heat, then cover the pot and let stand for 15 minutes.
  5. Remove the chicken from the pot, reserve the broth for another recipe and discard the aromatics.
  6. Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes, then slice and serve.

Notes

  • Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Freezing Instructions: Place the cooled chicken into a freezer safe container or bag. It will keep well for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information

Calories 132kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 41mg (14%) Sodium 341mg (14%) Potassium 155mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 179IU (4%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 24mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 132

% Daily Value*

Calories 132kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Sodium 341mg 14%
Potassium 155mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 179IU 4%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.