How I Make the Easiest Chicken Dinner Ever

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are generally more flavorful and less expensive than chicken breast.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine can be a more budget-friendly alternative.

Cube the chicken breast into 1.5-inch chunks.

Season the chicken with salt and pepper, using about 2 to 2.5 teaspoons of kosher salt for 2 lbs of chicken.

Dredge the seasoned chicken pieces in 1/2 cup of flour until well coated.

Preheat a stainless steel pan over medium heat for 3 minutes before adding oil.

Add enough neutral oil to the pan to sear the chicken without sticking.

Add half of the dredged chicken to the hot oil, shaking off excess flour before placing it in the pan.

Optionally add a piece of butter to the pan to enhance browning.

Cook the chicken for about 3.5 minutes until browned before flipping.

Flip the chicken away from you to avoid splattering.

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fully cooked and golden brown.

Remove the chicken and place it on a wire rack or a plate.

Repeat the searing process with the remaining chicken.

While the chicken is cooking, roast broccoli in the oven at 435°F for about 20 minutes until golden.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens