Citrus Zest Sous Vide Chicken Breast {Whole30, Paleo, Keto}

This sous vide citrus zest sous vide chicken breast is an easy way to get started with sous vide cooking. The citrus zest marinade adds a delicious flavor that pairs with any vegetables. Chicken is one of my favorite proteins to introduce people to sous vide cooking because it makes such a difference in the flavor.

What is sous vide?

Sous vide is French for “under vacuum”. It refers to the process of vacuuming out air then sealing food in a bag, then cooking in a water bath set at a very specific temperature.

Why should I use a sous vide method of cooking?

This technique produces results that are evenly cooked to a perfect temperature with little chance of overcooking. Cooking for one? No problem. Meal prep? Perfect. Having a party or a large family? Yes and yes! Sous vide makes it easy to scale up, scale down, or cook ahead. 

What equipment do I need?

• Immersion circulator: The device controls the water temperature. They come in all shapes and sizes, some for under $100 and are readily available. I love the Anova Precision Cooker.
• Bags: Freezer resealable food bags, vacuum sealer bags, or reusable silicone bags all work. 
• A container: Any stock pot, dutch oven, or restaurant food storage container all work. 

Why you’ll love citrus zest sous vide chicken breast: 

• Great for families, guests, or cooking for one.  
• It requires only a few ingredients. 
• It’s Whole30 compliant, Paleo, and Keto.
• It can be made in advance or rolled over into other meals. 

What are the ingredients in a citrus zest sous vide chicken breast?

• Boneless skinless chicken breast: Any chicken breast will be perfect. I prefer organic and if you have access to pasture-raised, even better. 
• Marinate: The New Primal Citrus Zest dressing is packed full of flavor. I like to serve it on the side for dipping the chicken or vegetables in. Save 15% on all orders and receive free shipping when you spend $39 or more at thenewprimal.com using the code LESSPHILING.

How to make a citrus zest sous vide chicken breast:

1. Place chicken and 1-2 tablespoons of The New Primal Citrus Zest dressing in a bag. If using a vacuum sealer. Hang the bag off the side of the counter to prevent the dressing from preventing a seal. 
2. Let marinate for 2 to 24 hours. 
3. Cook chicken sous vide for 2 hours at 140℉.
4. If cooking ahead, refrigerate sealed chicken until ready to serve. Once ready to serve, remove chicken from the bag and pat dry. 
5. In a non-stick skillet with a small drizzle of avocado oil or ghee, sear chicken breast on both sides for 30 seconds to one minute on each side. 

How long will a citrus zest sous vide chicken breast last?

If vacuumed sealed, the cooked chicken will last six days in the refrigerator. If unsealed, it will say fresh for two days.