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Shredded boiled chicken in a bowl, served on a woven cloth with two forks.

Boiled Chicken

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Component
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 136 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cups chicken broth or water

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken breasts in a large pot, ensuring they are of even size and thickness for uniform cooking. If necessary, slice any thicker pieces for evenness.
    Placing boneless skinless chicken breasts in a red pot for boiled chicken, with chicken broth.
  • Pour chicken broth over the chicken to fully cover it.
    Pouring chicken broth over boneless skinless chicken breasts in a pot for boiled chicken.
  • Heat the pot over medium-high heat and bring the chicken and broth to a rolling boil.
    Bringing boneless skinless chicken breasts and chicken broth to a rolling boil for Boiled Chicken.
  • Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot with a lid.
  • Let the chicken cook until it's no longer pink inside and the internal temperature reads 165°F. This usually takes about 15-20 minutes, depending on thickness. Avoid overcooking to keep the chicken tender.
  • Remove the chicken from the broth and shred it with two forks or use a stand mixer for quick shredding. The chicken is now ready to be used in your favorite dishes.
    Shredding boiled chicken breasts with two forks on a decorative plate.

Nutrition

Calories: 136kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 25gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 567mg
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