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Follow updated Sep 25, 2022 Jump to recipePage URL comments Comments We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. (Image credit: Joe Lingeman) There are as many variations on cooking chicken breast as there are cooks, and I’d say that is a very good thing, as it ensures we never grow tired of this dinner staple. Pan-seared chicken breast, cooked in a little oil with salt and pepper and finished with a generous knob of butter, is the first way I learned to cook chicken and a technique I always go back to. The resulting chicken has a golden-crisp exterior with a still-juicy interior, and is just as welcome served with steamed vegetables as it is atop creamy Alfredo pasta. Watch How to Cook Chicken Breasts on the Stove Making Juicy Golden Chicken Breast on the StoveKitchn has many tried-and-true techniques for chicken on the stovetop. Some are sautéed, while our most popular version is pan-steamed. This technique takes what we know and love from these other techniques to make a chicken breast with a golden, pan-seared exterior and a juicy interior. (Image credit: Joe Lingeman) What Kind of Pan Should I Use?This technique is best for a 10-inch or larger skillet, preferably straight-sided and not nonstick. Cast iron is a great option if you’ve got it. What Ingredients Do I Need?You’ll need two boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about one pound total), salt, pepper, oil, and butter for this recipe. (Image credit: Joe Lingeman) Key Steps for Golden, Juicy Chicken Breast
How Can I Tell When My Chicken Is Done?A thermometer is the best way to tell when the chicken is done. You’ll want to cook the breasts until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Kikkerland KT051-G Magnetic Kitchen Timer, Green: Kitchen & Dining $15 Amazon Buy NowServing Your Golden ChickenMy favorite use for this golden, juicy chicken is topping creamy chicken Alfredo (the contrast of the chicken with the creamy sauce is heavenly), but this basic technique can be used to start off any number of meals like chopped chicken salads, chicken wraps, and even chicken sandwiches. 1 / 6 Comments 26 Ratings How To Cook Golden, Juicy Chicken Breast on the StovePrint Recipe YieldServes 2 to 4 Show Nutrition
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