This method of preparing boneless skinless chicken breasts is perfect if you need sliced chicken for topping salads or pasta dishes.
Ingredients
- 1 to 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, of similar size
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 Tbs. olive oil, unsalted butter, or combination of both
Directions
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness with the bottom of a wide jar or glass.
Lightly salt and pepper the chicken breasts.
Heat a sauté pan over medium-high heat. When it is quite hot, add the olive oil or butter. Swirl the pan so it is lightly covered.
Turn the heat to medium. Add the chicken breasts. Cook for just about 1 minute to help them get a little golden on one side (you are not actually searing or browning them).
Flip each chicken breast over and turn the heat to low.
Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid. Set a timer for 10 minutes, and walk away. Do not lift the lid; do not peek.
After 10 minutes have elapsed, turn off the heat. (If you have an electric stove, remove the pan from the heat.) Reset the timer for 10 minutes and leave the chicken breasts in the pan. Again, do not lift the lid; do not peek.
After the 10 minutes are up, take the lid off, and your chicken is done. Make sure there is no pink in the middle of the chicken breasts. If you want to be absolutely sure it is cooked, you can use an instant-read thermometer to check (the chicken should be at least 165°F). Slice and eat. Store any leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator.
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