You can boil chicken too long in soup just like you can boil chicken too long when boiling the chicken by itself.
Chicken is boiled too long when it's been longer than 30 to 45 minutes and the longer the chicken is boiled the more rubbery it becomes.
You can overcook chicken when boiling and overcooking chicken when boiling will cause the boiled chicken to become rubbery.
Chicken will also become more tender the longer you cook it but if you overcook the chicken it will result in rubbery chicken.
The length of time you boil chicken for depends on the chicken and the size of chicken.
Most chicken takes around 20 to 30 minutes to boil and be fully cooked.
For example chicken that is bone in, skin on chicken breasts should be boiled for around 30 minutes or if frozen boil for around 45 minutes.
For chicken such as skinless, boneless chicken breast they should be boiled for around 12 minutes to 15 minutes or if frozen boil for around 18 minutes to 22 minutes.
As a general rule of thumb, boil a whole chicken for 90 minutes and boil chicken breasts for 15 minutes, or until no longer pink.
Just place the chicken in a pot, cover it with water, and cook until it's done.
If the chicken floats to the top of the water, it's often a sign that it's cooked, but always double-check the temperature.
Resting chicken after cooking is an essential step to ensure juicy and flavorful meat.
After reaching the recommended internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit, it is crucial to let smaller cuts of chicken (chicken breast, wings, and tenderloin) rest for at least 5-10 minutes before cutting into it.
No matter the cooking method or cut, chicken should always be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
When checking the temperature, be sure to insert a probe thermometer into the thickest area of the chicken piece.
Heat the water and when it starts to boil add the chicken.
Slightly reduce the flame so that water is not boiling vigorously and let it be for at least 10-12 minutes.
Remove a small piece of the chicken to check when cooked.
Don't cook it 100% as carry over heat will overcook chicken and render it dry.