Basic Poached Chicken Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 tsp black peppercorns
4 boneless, skinlesss chicken breast halves (about 8 oz each)
1 stalk celery, cut into thirds
1 tsp coarse salt
2 clove garlic, peeled
1/2 lemon, sliced (optional)
1 medium carrot, cut into thirds
1/2 medium yellow onion, halved
3 sprig thyme or parsley

Directions:

In a large, straight sided skillet or pot, combine all ingredients except chicken; cover with water by 1/2 inch. Bring to a boil over high. Add chicken and return to a boil. Cook 3 minutes, then cover skillet and remove from heat. Let stand until chicken is cooked through, 15 to 18 minutes, flipping halfway through. Remove chicken from poaching liquid immediately.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	96.37 Kcal (403 kJ)
Calories from fat	35 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.89g	6%
Cholesterol	33.98mg	11%
Sodium	801.82mg	33%
Potassium	286.63mg	6%
Total Carbs	4.3g	1%
Sugars	1.34g	5%
Dietary Fiber	1.3g	5%
Protein	11.96g	24%
Vitamin C	6mg	10%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	5%
Iron	0.1mg	1%
Calcium	21.6mg	2%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	85.26 Kcal (357 kJ)
Calories from fat	30.96 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.44g	6%
Cholesterol	30.07mg	11%
Sodium	709.37mg	33%
Potassium	253.58mg	6%
Total Carbs	3.8g	1%
Sugars	1.18g	5%
Dietary Fiber	1.15g	5%
Protein	10.58g	24%
Vitamin C	5.3mg	10%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	5%
Iron	0.1mg	1%
Calcium	19.2mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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