Sous Vide Best Sous Vide Chicken for Meal Prep: Temperature & Time Guide
Meal-prep chicken has one problem: by Thursday it's dry. Sous vide fixes it with science — pasteurized, sealed chicken stays juicy for days.
Our top pick
Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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Quick comparison
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| Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 | A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking. | View → |
| Instant-read meat thermometer | Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork. | View → |
Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
Editor’s PickA circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
- + On-device temperature control
- + 1100W heats fast
- + Recipe library for temps
- − Premium price
- − Some app features paywalled
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Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork.
- + Verifies actual temperature
- + Cheap insurance
- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
System: Sunday, cook 6-8 breasts at 149°F for 1 hour. Ice-bath, keep sealed. Each day, reheat 20 minutes in a 149°F bath (or slice cold for salads). Texture stays like fresh — no microwave rubber. Season differently each portion (taco, teriyaki, Italian) before the bath.
FAQ
How long does meal-prep chicken keep?
5-7 days sealed and refrigerated — the pasteurized, oxygen-free bag does the work.
What temperature do I cook at?
149°F (65°C) for 1 hour — juicy and safe; higher temps dry it out.
How do I reheat?
20-30 minutes in the bath at 149°F — or eat cold sliced over salads.
Ready to cook perfectly?
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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