How to Cook Chicken
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How to Cook Chicken
Want to know how to cook chicken that stays juicy with crispy skin? In the video below, I'll show you my simple method for cooking a bone-in, skin-on chicken breast using a cast iron skillet and the oven. You'll learn how to season it, get a deep golden sear, and finish it in the oven for tender, flavorful results.
You'll also see why I cook the chicken to 160°F before resting it for 10 minutes. A digital thermometer takes the guesswork out and helps you get great results every time.
If you've been looking for an easy how to cook chicken tutorial, this method works well for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Recipe Ingredients:
1 bone-in, skin-on chicken breast
1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Recipe Directions:
Pat the chicken breast dry with paper towels.
Season both sides with kosher salt, garlic powder, and white pepper.
Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high to high heat until very hot. Add the vegetable oil.
Place the chicken skin-side down in the skillet. Press it down so the skin makes full contact with the pan. Sear for 2 to 3 minutes.
Turn the chicken and sear the remaining sides until lightly browned. Stand the chicken on its edges as needed to brown all sides.
Place the chicken bone-side down with the skin facing up. Insert a digital thermometer into the thickest part of the breast.
Transfer the skillet to a 425°F oven. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
Remove the chicken from the oven, transfer it to a plate, and loosely tent it with nonstick foil. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. The temperature will continue to rise as it rests.
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Chicken, Savory