How long do I boil boneless chicken breasts? I know it depends on size but just looking for general rule of thumb. Thanks

hutch
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  • January 23, 2012
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bigpan January 23, 2012
I've done by simmering in low sodium chicken stock. If you pierce the chicken with a fork the stock will soak in and keep the beasts moist and tasty.
 
tinarina January 23, 2012
Put the breast in cold water, bring to a boil, take of the heat and cover for 15 minutes. They don't need longer than this if they're boneless. Cut into one if you're nervous.
 
Douglas K. May 7, 2019
Ok....Thanks? Just mind blowing that’s all the time it needs to cook! Not doubting you what so ever! I’m very boring! I live alone and hate to cook, so the only two things I cook is chicken and pork and alternate them through the week until Friday that’s when I go out and have a steak ! Thanks!
 
SKK January 23, 2012
Nutcakes is right on. You don't want to boil chicken breast, it will be too tough. Poaching is the answer.
 
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About 1/2 hour
 

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nutcakes January 23, 2012
First, just simmer barely so you don't toughen them. I really prefer to slip them into boiling water, place a tight lid on and let them sit off the flame for 20-25 minutes. They will be poached and moist. You can flavor the water, depending on what you are making, like ginger and green onion and peppercorns for Chinese chicken salad.
 
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