Low Sodium Simple Poached Chicken
Discover the ultimate recipe for tender and flavorful Low Sodium Simple Poached Chicken, perfect for healthy meal prep or a light, protein-packed dinner. Crafted with boneless, skinless chicken breasts, this dish is gently infused with aromatic ingredients like bay leaf, black peppercorns, fresh thyme, garlic, and a hint of lemon. The poaching technique ensures moist and juicy chicken while keeping sodium levels to a minimum, making it ideal for low-sodium diets. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is versatile—serve it sliced over salads, tossed into pasta dishes, or as the star of your favorite grain bowl. Elevate your cooking with this easy and wholesome poaching method, combining simplicity and deliciousness for busy, health-conscious lifestyles.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups water
- 1 piece bay leaf
- 5 pieces black peppercorns
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 0.5 piece lemon, sliced
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in a large, deep skillet or saucepan in a single layer.
Pour the 4 cups of water over the chicken until fully submerged. You may need to add a bit more water if the chicken is not completely covered.
Add the bay leaf, black peppercorns, thyme sprigs, garlic cloves (slightly crushed), and lemon slices to the pot.
Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the water to a gentle simmer. Do not let it boil, as the high heat can make the chicken tough.
Once the water starts to simmer, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.
Allow the chicken to poach gently in the simmering water for 15-20 minutes, or until the inner temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with an instant-read thermometer.
Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the poaching liquid and let them rest for a few minutes on a cutting board.
Slice the chicken and serve immediately, or let it cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
602 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.7 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 289 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 109.1 g | 218% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1002 mg | 21% | |
*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.
