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boiled chicken breasts in a dutch oven

How To Boil Chicken Breasts

Katerina | Diethood
Juicy, tender boiled chicken is easy and fast using this simple stovetop method. Use boiled chicken in sandwiches, salads, soups, casseroles, tacos, and more!
Servings : 4
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast, about 1 to 1.5 pounds of chicken
  • 3 to 4 cups chicken broth, or enough to cover the chicken
  • ½ tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried herbs, you can use Italian Seasoning, dried rosemary, dried oregano, or a mix of dried rosemary, oregano, and thyme, etc...
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, or to taste

Instructions
 

  • Place chicken in a large pot.
  • To the pot, add chicken broth; add enough broth to cover the chicken breasts.
  • Stir in garlic powder, dried herbs, salt, and pepper.
  • Cover and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and continue to simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, or until internal temperature of the chicken registers at 165˚F. Please use an instant-read meat thermometer to check for doneness. The thicker the breasts, the longer it will take to cook through.
  • Remove chicken breasts from the liquid; reserve 1 cup of liquid and toss out the rest.
  • Transfer chicken breasts to a cutting board and, using two forks, shred the meat.
  • You can also place the chicken breasts in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; beat on low for about a minute, or until chicken is shredded.
  • If shredded chicken looks dry, add a little bit of the reserved liquid and stir to combine.
    Taste for salt, pepper, and seasonings; adjust accordingly.
  • Serve chicken immediately, or put in an airtight container and refrigerate.

Notes

  • Use shredded chicken throughout the week for casseroles, sandwiches, salads, tacos, etc…
  • NET CARBS: 3 g

Nutrition

Calories: 165 kcal | Carbohydrates: 4 g | Protein: 28 g | Fat: 4 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g | Trans Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 73 mg | Sodium: 767 mg | Potassium: 599 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g | Vitamin A: 75 IU | Vitamin C: 2 mg | Calcium: 35 mg | Iron: 2 mg

Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.

Course: Lunch/Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken meal prep, shredded chicken