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Asian Poached Chicken

Enozia
This easy Asian poached chicken is tender, juicy, and gently flavored with lemon, green onions, garlic, black peppercorns, bay leaf, and fresh thyme.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Asian
Servings 2 servings
Calories 157 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 lemon sliced
  • 1-2 green onions
  • 3-4 garlic cloves
  • ½ teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • 3 cups water

Instructions
 

  • Add the chicken breasts, lemon slices, green onions, garlic cloves, black peppercorns, bay leaf, and fresh thyme to a pot.
  • Pour in 3 cups of water.
  • Place the pot over medium heat and bring the water to a low simmer.
  • Once it reaches a low simmer, reduce the heat.
  • Gently poach the chicken for 10-15 minutes, or until cooked through and the thickest part reaches 165°F / 74°C.
  • Remove the chicken from the pot and let it rest briefly.
  • Slice and serve.

Notes

  • Keep the water at a gentle simmer rather than a vigorous boil for tender chicken.
  • Cooking time will vary depending on the size and thickness of the chicken breasts.
  • Always check that the thickest part of the chicken reaches 165°F / 74°C.
  • Slice the chicken against the grain for the most tender texture.
  • The strained poaching liquid can be saved and used as a light broth or cooking liquid.
  • Store cooked chicken in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition

Calories: 157kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 152mgPotassium: 548mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 163IUVitamin C: 34mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 1mg
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