Whole30 Simple Steamed Chicken
Elevate your healthy eating routine with this Whole30 Simple Steamed Chicken recipe—an effortlessly delicious dish that's perfect for clean eating and meal prepping. Featuring tender, boneless, skinless chicken breasts delicately steamed with fresh thyme and zesty lemon slices, this recipe locks in moisture and natural flavors without the need for heavy oils or sauces. With a minimal prep time of just 10 minutes and a quick 20-minute cook time, this dish is as convenient as it is wholesome. Perfectly seasoned with sea salt, black pepper, and a light brush of olive oil, this protein-packed recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and compliant with the Whole30 program. Serve it sliced over salads, paired with roasted veggies, or as part of your weekly meal prep for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups water
- 1 lemon lemon slices
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Season both sides of each chicken breast with sea salt and black pepper.
Step 3
In a steamer basket, arrange the chicken breasts evenly without overlapping.
Step 4
Add slices of lemon and sprigs of fresh thyme on top of the chicken breasts for flavor enhancement.
Step 5
Fill a pot with 2 cups of water and bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
Step 6
Once the water is simmering, place the steamer basket over the pot ensuring the water does not touch the chicken.
Step 7
Cover the pot with a lid and steam for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Step 8
Remove the steamer basket from the heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
Step 9
Brush the tops of the chicken breasts lightly with olive oil for added moisture and flavor before serving.
Step 10
Slice and serve the chicken with lemon and thyme as garnish, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1258.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1298.1 |
| Total Fat 39.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2858.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 7.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.5g | |
| Protein 216.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 142.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1890.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories