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12 Practical Tips For Cooking Boneless Chicken Breasts At Home

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts get a bad rep — but they can actually be delicious! Stick to these tips and they'll turn out perfect every time.

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are one of the most versatile ingredients. They're quick to cook, relatively cheap, and the ultimate go-to protein for busy nights — but they also get a pretty bad rep for being dry and flavorless.

So we rounded up 12 tips for cooking chicken breasts to make sure they come out juicy and full of flavor every time.

1. First things first, make sure you know what to look for when purchasing chicken breasts.

2. Soak your chicken breasts in a wet brine before you cook them to prevent them from drying out...

3. Or go with a dry brine to make life easier.

4. Invest in a digital thermometer to make sure you never under- or overcook your chicken breasts again.

5. Dry your chicken breasts with a paper towel before cooking them.

6. Don't marinate your chicken breasts for longer than a day...

7. And try swapping your typical oil and vinegar marinade for a yogurt-based one.

8. When roasting chicken breasts in the oven, place a piece of parchment paper over them to keep them moist.

9. If you're going to baste your chicken breasts in a sweet sauce (such as barbecue or teriyaki), make sure to brush it on during the last 10 minutes of cooking to prevent it from burning.

10. If you're in a rush, try butterflying and pounding your chicken breasts to make them cook quicker and more evenly.

11. Just like steak, give your chicken breasts about 10 minutes to rest before slicing them.

12. Use a hand mixer to shred cooked chicken breasts in a flash.