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Chicken breast internal temperature

Cook chicken breast to a safe internal temp of 165°F (74°C).

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Chicken breast

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Pull ~152°F – 158°F · rest to ~158°F – 162°F

Below USDA

Below USDA recommended minimum of 165°F for poultry. You accept additional food safety risk at this doneness.

Pull early; resting finishes the cook — Maximum juiciness with a lower pull. Carryover rest may not reach the USDA poultry minimum — use only if you accept that risk.

USDA safe minimum 165°F · rest ~5 min · verify with a thermometer

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Resting

Rest chicken breast about 5 minutes before serving.

FAQ

Can Homii start cook mode for chicken breast?

Yes. Homii cook mode can set probe targets and timers based on your preferences.

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