How to Cook Perfect Chicken Breast (4 methods!)
Learn exactly how to cook the perfect chicken breast four different ways! In this step-by-step tutorial for cooking chicken breast you’ll perfect baking, grilling, poaching and slow cooking so that you can use chicken in your favorite recipes. Marinade and recipe ideas included!
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- For baking & grilling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or sub avocado oil or melted butter)
- Freshly ground salt & black pepper
- Optional: try one of our delicious chicken marinades
- For poaching:
- 4 cup water or chicken broth
- Generous shake of salt
- Optional: fresh garlic cloves and chopped onion
- For slow cooking:
- 1/2 cup water or chicken broth
- Freshly ground salt & black pepper
- Optional: try one of our delicious chicken marinades
Instructions
- Learn how to bake perfect chicken breast.
- See how to grill chicken breast.
- Get the instructions for how to poach chicken breast.
- Learn the best way to make slow cooker chicken breast.
Notes
To store: let the chicken breast cool completely and transfer it whole, shredded or cubed to an airtight container. Place the container in the fridge and use the chicken within 4-5 days.
To freeze: repeat the steps above but instead place your chicken in the freezer. Cooked chicken breast will stay good in the freezer for about 3 months. When you’re ready to use it, simply thaw it in the refrigerator and enjoy it cold with salad recipes or heat it up in the microwave for warm recipes.