Poached Chicken

Based on https://www.ethanchlebowski.com/cooking-techniques-recipes/poached-amp-sous-vide-chicken-recipes

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Ingredients

• boneless, skinless chicken (thighs or any cut)
• 2 bay leaves
• 2x 4-finger pinches of salt
• (Optional) leftover stock, other spices, etc.

Recipe

Stove top

• Fill a pot with water
• Place over medium-low heat and add salt and bay leaves, while cool taste test for sufficient salt
• Bring the water to 160-180 F, just below a simmer
• Add the chicken thighs and cook until the internal temp is 165 F (155 F if using breasts), about 15 min.
• Let cool and shred. Can be stored in the fridge for 5 days and used in a variety of meals, such as the ./dump_chicken_pot_pie.md

Instant Pot

• Pour in the broth and secure the Instant Pot lid
• Cook at manual or pressure cook for 12 minutes
• Quick release