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How Long to Cook Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless / Poached) in the boiling

Specification: 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts gently simmered with peppercorns and bay leaf

Target Temp
Heat Waves
175°F (79°C)
Stovetop Boil
Total Time
Clock Time
12–15 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
Flip Action
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
Thermometer Probe
165°F (74°C)
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

1
Preheat & Prep

Preheat boiling to 175°F (79°C). Prepare chicken breast (boneless, skinless / poached) (1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts gently simmered with peppercorns and bay leaf).

2
Cook

Cook for 12–15 mins. Do not flip; allow surface to develop undisturbed.

3
Check & Rest

Center registers 165°F on an instant-read thermometer with zero pink remaining Confirm internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

National Chicken Council & America's Test Kitchen Poaching Science

Pro Tip: Bring water to a boil, drop in chicken, cover tightly, and remove from heat; residual heat gently poaches chicken to 165°F without drying it out.

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