Ever pulled a beautiful golden-brown baked chicken out of the oven only to find it tastes more like cardboard than comfort food? We've all been there. Dry chicken is one of the most common frustrations home cooks face, but the good news is—it's easy to avoid. Today, I'm diving into the "why" behind dry chicken and the best tips to keep it juicy, tender, and packed with flavor.
You're Overcooking It: This is the #1 culprit. Chicken breast, in particular, is lean and has very little fat to keep it moist during long cooking times. Use an instant-read thermometer and aim for 165°F (74°C). Remember: the chicken will continue to cook a few degrees after you remove it from the oven.
Not Letting It Rest: Cutting into chicken right out of the oven releases all those delicious juices onto the cutting board instead of keeping them in the meat. Let your chicken rest, loosely tented with foil, for about 5–10 minutes before slicing to avoid this.
Perfect baked chicken is all about timing, technique, and a little bit of patience. Use these tips on simple baked chicken or any of the chicken recipes below to make the most delicious family dinners!
Baked Breaded Chicken
Using these tips, Baked Breaded Chicken turns out perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. It's a healthy alternative to fried chicken!
Buttery Lemon Garlic Baked Chicken makes the juiciest buttery chicken in 30 minutes with bold and refreshing flavors from lemon juice and garlic powder.
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