Whole30 Simple Poached Chicken
Elevate your healthy eating routine with this quick and flavorful Whole30 Simple Poached Chicken recipe! Perfect for meal prep or a light, satisfying dinner, this recipe features tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts gently cooked in an aromatic poaching liquid infused with kosher salt, black peppercorns, fresh thyme, garlic, and bay leaf. With just 5 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking time, this easy, low-fat dish delivers juicy chicken that’s Paleo and Whole30-compliant while packing a subtle, herbaceous taste. Serve it shredded on salads, sliced in wraps, or as a wholesome protein-packed main dish. Plus, it’s a versatile make-ahead option for busy weeks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 leaf bay leaf
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in a wide, shallow saucepan or pot.
Add the water to the pan, ensuring the chicken is completely submerged. If necessary, add more water.
Add the kosher salt, black peppercorns, fresh thyme sprigs, peeled garlic cloves, and bay leaf to the water.
Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the water just to a gentle simmer. You should see a few bubbles occasionally rising to the surface.
Once a gentle simmer is achieved, reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and poach the chicken for about 10-15 minutes or until fully cooked. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the poaching liquid with a slotted spoon and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes.
Slice or shred the poached chicken to your desired thickness and serve immediately, or cool and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for use in salads, sandwiches, or as a main dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
593 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.7 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 879 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 108.6 g | 217% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 128 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 958 mg | 20% | |
*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.
