Low Carb Simple Poached Chicken
Elevate your meal prep game with this Low Carb Simple Poached Chicken recipe — the ultimate method for tender, flavorful chicken breasts without a trace of added carbs. Perfectly seasoned with aromatic bay leaf, fresh thyme, garlic cloves, and peppercorns, this easy-to-follow technique gently cooks the chicken in simmering water, locking in moisture and taste. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s ideal for healthy weeknight dinners, salads, or meal-prep staples. Whether sliced, shredded, or served whole, this foolproof recipe delivers juicy, versatile chicken that can be stored in the fridge for days, making it a go-to option for keto and low-carb lifestyles.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 5 Black peppercorns
- 1 Bay leaf
- 2 Fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 Garlic cloves
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in a large saucepan in a single layer.
Add the water, ensuring the chicken is fully submerged.
Add the salt, black peppercorns, bay leaf, thyme sprigs, and garlic cloves to the water.
Bring the water to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Once the water starts simmering, reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan with a lid.
Let the chicken poach for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the chicken sit in the liquid for another 5 minutes.
Using tongs, transfer the chicken breasts to a cutting board and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing or shredding.
Serve the poached chicken immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
616 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.1 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 2650 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 109.5 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1086 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
