Sous Vide Chicken Breast | Sous Vide Chicken Breast Recipe

Sous Vide Chicken Breasts are tender, moist, and perfectly seasoned. Use your Instant Pot or sous vide stick to make delicious sous vide chicken at home for a healthy and tasty meal.

Why You'll Love Cooking Chicken This Way

• Simple. Season your chicken breasts, place them in an air tight bag, and use either an Instant Pot or Sous Vide Stick to do all of the work.
• Low Carb. Only net carbs per serving.
• High Protein. An easy and delicious way to increase the amount of protein in your next meal.
• Flawless execution. Using a completely controlled cooking temperature ensures you'll get perfectly cooked chicken breasts every time!

Sous vide is a cooking technique that involves cooking food in a precisely controlled water bath. This method is particularly effective when cooking chicken breasts. It allows you to cook the chicken to a precise temperature, resulting in juicy and tender meat that is full of flavor.

Ingredients To Grab

The spices you use to create delicious sous vide chicken breast can easily be adjusted to suit your flavor preferences. Use the ingredients below as a guide, not as a rule to create your perfect bite.

• Chicken breasts
• Salt
• Pepper
• Garlic
• Lemon

Equipment You'll Need

There are two different kitchen gadgets you can use to make these sous vide chicken breasts. Below I've listed what you'll need to have before you get started for both sous vide stick, and Instant Pot sous vide.

What you'll need to sous vide chicken breasts using a sous vide stick:

• Zip top bags/vacuum seal bags
• Sous vide stick
• Large plastic tub/bowl

If you have an Instant Pot with a sous vide function, you'll need:

• Zip top bags/vacuum seal bags
• Instant Pot

What Temperature Do You Sous Vide Chicken Breast?

The temperature you use to sous vide chicken isn't a cookie cutter number. You can adjust the temperature that you are cooking your chicken, but it will also impact the amount of time it takes to cook.

Here are the most commonly used temperatures and how long the chicken should be cooked. As always, make sure you check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure it is 165F before you enjoy it.

Sous Vide Chicken Breast Time/Temperatures

You'll see in the chart that the cooking time can be very similar, even with a slight adjustment in the cooking temperature.

The main difference in the chicken will be the texture after it is cooked. The lower the temperature, the more tender the chicken will be.

If you're using the chicken for a decadent chicken dish where the chicken breast is the star of the show, the lower temperature is better.

If you're wanting to use the chicken for incredibly moist and flavorful pulled or shredded chicken, the higher temperature will be the better choice.

Why Is My Sous Vide Chicken Rubbery?

There are two main factors that can cause your sous vide chicken breasts to come out rubbery. For perfectly cooked chicken every time, ensure you're not making either one of these common mistakes:

1. Temperature- Sous vide cooking relies on precise temperature control to achieve the desired texture. If the temperature is too high or too low, the chicken can become rubbery. Make sure you are using a reliable sous vide machine and thermometer to ensure the temperature is accurate.
2. Cooking Time- The length of time you cook the chicken can also affect its texture. Overcooking the chicken can make it tough and rubbery. Make sure to follow recommended cooking times for the size and cut of chicken you are using.

How To Sous Vide Chicken Breast

Using A Sous Vide Stick

If you have an Instant Pot that doesn't have built-in sous vide function, or it is occupied with another dish, you can use a sous vide stick to make these chicken breasts. Here's how to make them using this handy kitchen gadget:

1. Preheat your water bath- Fill a large pot or container with water and attach your sous vide machine to the side. Set the temperature to 150°F for a moist and tender texture.
2. Season the chicken- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, or any other desired seasonings such as garlic powder, paprika, or thyme. For an extra boost of flavor, you can also marinate the chicken in a bag with oil and herbs for a few hours before cooking.
3. Vacuum-seal the chicken- Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a vacuum-seal bag, making sure they are in a single layer and not overlapping. Seal the bag using a vacuum sealer, removing as much air as possible. If you don't have a vacuum sealer, you can use a zip-top bag and remove the air by partially sealing it and then immersing it in water until the air is pushed out.
4. Cook the chicken- Place the sealed bag of chicken in the preheated water bath and cook for 1.5-4 hours, depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts. For a perfectly cooked chicken, use a digital thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken is at least 165°F.
5. Finish the chicken- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the bag and pat dry with paper towels. If desired, you can sear the chicken in a hot pan or on a grill for a crispy exterior. You can slice the chicken and serve it immediately, or refrigerate or freeze it for later use.

Using An Instant Pot

1. Prepare the chicken. Place the chicken, along with the prepared seasonings inside an airtight bag, ensuring there is no excess air inside the bag.
2. Place water in your Instant Pot. Fill your Instant Pot 1/2 to 3/4 of the way with water, enough to submerge your vacuum-sealed chicken.
3. Select Sous Vide on your Instant Pot. Select this setting on your Instant Pot and follow the prompts it gives you to finish the programming for the preferred time and temperature.
4. Set the sous vide temperature. Adjust the cooking temperature to reflect the texture you prefer for your chicken, according to the chart above. This will be between 140F and 160F
5. Set the sous vide cook time. Again, this will vary depending on which texture you want your chicken to have when it is done cooking. This time will be between 1.5 and 4 hours.
6. Press start. Once you have successfully finished programming the sous vide time and temperature, you will place the lid on the Instant Pot and walk away! While it is a longer process than cooking shredded chicken in your Instant Pot, it will yield much more tender and juicy chicken and it is incredibly easy to do.

Variations

There are a variety of ways that you can switch up these sous vide chicken breasts that will make them a tasty addition to your next meal or meal prep session. Below are a few of my favorite ways to change it up a little bit while still yielding great results:

• Change up the temperature.
• Swap out the seasonings.
• Take the time to marinate.

What To Serve With Them

Sous vide chicken breasts can be served with a variety of sides and accompaniments, depending on your personal preference and the meal you're using them to create. Here are some of my favorite things to enjoy with them, both low carb and not:

• Roasted Vegetables- Roasted asparagus, Brussels sprouts, or carrots are a great complement to sous vide chicken breasts. Simply toss the veggies with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast them in the oven until they're tender and slightly caramelized.
• Rice or Quinoa- A simple side of rice or quinoa can help soak up the juices from the chicken and provide a hearty base for your meal.
• Salad- A light, refreshing salad can be a great complement to rich sous vide chicken. Try a mix of greens, cherry tomatoes, and a light vinaigrette dressing.
• Mashed Potatoes- Creamy mashed potatoes are a classic side that pairs well with chicken. You can also try mashed sweet potatoes for a healthier alternative.
• Corn on the cob- Corn on the cob is a tasty and easy side dish that pairs well with sous vide chicken. Simply brush the corn with butter and grill it until it's slightly charred.
• Pasta- A simple pasta dish, such as spaghetti or linguine with olive oil and garlic, can be a great accompaniment to the chicken.

How Long Does It Last?

Sous vide chicken breasts when properly cooked and stored in an airtight container can last for 3-4 days in the refrigerator.

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