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Need your secrets to juicy and tender boneless skinless chicken breast #5662743 03/22/15 02:35 AM
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Need your secrets to juicy and tender boneless skinless chicken breast

I can't seem to get it it right in the pan, oven or bbq grill. Haven't tried the smoker
but I doubt I can do any better with it.

The more recipes, the better. But I'm trying to stay away from breaded or deep fried.


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Re: Need your secrets to juicy and tender boneless skinless chicken breast [Re: Gravytrain] #5662792 03/22/15 03:14 AM
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I like to pound them with a tenderizing hammer or the back side of a butcher knife a bit before I cook them, flatten them. Coat a little olive oil, salt and pepper and toss them on the grill. But not for long! A couple or three minutes a side on a hot grill is good if you have flattened them. People have this phobia about fowl, yes it needs to be cooked but it doesn't have to be overcooked.


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You have to make sure you don't over cook. Get a meat thermometer and only cook till internal temp of 165.


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Re: Need your secrets to juicy and tender boneless skinless chicken breast [Re: Gravytrain] #5663035 03/22/15 12:56 PM
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I no longer pound out chicken breast. I slice them into two equal size pieces before breading them. I also grill them whole to medium rare slice them and put them in a hot pan with onions for great fajitas.


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Re: Need your secrets to juicy and tender boneless skinless chicken breast [Re: Gravytrain] #5663068 03/22/15 01:31 PM
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I keep several frozen after grilling like this.



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Re: Need your secrets to juicy and tender boneless skinless chicken breast [Re: Gravytrain] #5663088 03/22/15 01:47 PM
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We do ours on the Egg.. Raised grid & indirect heat.. (most folks do direct, I like not having the flames right under the chicken..)

Pull at 155 & let rest in foil for 10 mins.. Pow.. Juicy & tender..


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Re: Need your secrets to juicy and tender boneless skinless chicken breast [Re: Gravytrain] #5663700 03/22/15 08:26 PM
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You can also brine them.

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Brine them puppies.

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my advice is to use a probe thermometer - most people overcook meat trying to get to the safe zone for whatever meat you are cooking. I used to use the probe in the smoker only, now i use it on the grill and in the oven too. It's the simplest thing I did that made the things i cooked much better... that and resting the meat. remember the temp will rise when you tent/rest so don't be afraid to pull it a few degree's early.

always test your probe in boiling water too to make sure it's calibrated and reading correctly.

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Originally Posted By: Cool Mo D
You can also brine them.

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this. brine it. makes all the difference in the world.

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if you buy them frozen 99% chance they are already brined. start from room temp, keep a close eye on them and when you see clear liquid start to come out take them off the fire and let rest. Most people over cook them because they're afraid they are not cooked enough which dries them out badly.


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Like everyone said, Brine baby brine!


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X5 brine baby brine!

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Originally Posted By: T Bone
We do ours on the Egg.. Raised grid & indirect heat.. (most folks do direct, I like not having the flames right under the chicken..)

Pull at 155 & let rest in foil for 10 mins.. Pow.. Juicy & tender..


Same here, first time I made chicken breast on the egg I was shocked at how juicy it was. Only time I've ever had chicken that juicy was at fancy resturants.

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Brine. If your like me and never plan dinners you can put the breast pre-seasoned in a metal pan (stainless) on the grill. Heat both side of the breast until it's white and half done on each side. I then add beer or water to cover the bottom of the pan but not the chicken breast. You are now steaming the breast. When it's completely done set the breast on the grill long enough to get the grill marks on the meat and remove the moisture on the outside. Don't leave it too long on the grill or it will dry out. It's very most and easier than it sounds.

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Originally Posted By: junkout
Brine. If your like me and never plan dinners you can put the breast pre-seasoned in a metal pan (stainless) on the grill. Heat both side of the breast until it's white and half done on each side. I then add beer or water to cover the bottom of the pan but not the chicken breast. You are now steaming the breast. When it's completely done set the breast on the grill long enough to get the grill marks on the meat and remove the moisture on the outside. Don't leave it too long on the grill or it will dry out. It's very most and easier than it sounds.
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Marinate in Italian seasoning overnight and follow instructions above. I use a meat hammer, but probably overkill. Key to,chicks is cook for a bit over wood or charcoal, then wrap t retain juices. My buddy marinates his breast in jerk for two days and cooks over wood coals for 15 minutes, wraps and puts right back on fire. Juicy!


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I use the "heel of the hand" method. I ate some chicken out at a hunting ranch once that was literally dripping. I asked the cook how he got it like that and he said 98% of people over cook chicken or think it needs to be cooked for 20-30 minutes. He said as soon as you can press the chicken with tongs and it feels like the heel of your hand does when you press on it with your thumb, take it off and let it rest before eating. If it feels like the area under your thumb, it's getting too done.

Ever since I've started going by this... my chicken comes out right no matter how thick or thin or what's it's been marinated in.


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Brine, Brine, Brine...

I use a gallon ziploc bag and 2-3 breasts. I put in equal parts salt and sugar and then fill up with water with a splash of OJ. I dont know how much but it is prolly close to 1/4 cup of each. Instead of all salt, I will use my favorite seasoning which contains salt and occasionally I will use brown sugar instead of white.


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I think the key is getting the internal temp right. As mentioned above, i think the recommended min temp is 165, however, i tend to pull off around 160-162. IME, once you exceed 165, you're drying out.

I also use a pellet grill/smoker which doesnt have direct heat.. less chance of burning.

Olive oil, italian dressing, or greek dressing are three main things i use sprinkled with a little tony's..

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Originally Posted By: bill oxner
I no longer pound out chicken breast. I slice them into two equal size pieces before breading them. I also grill them whole to medium rare slice them and put them in a hot pan with onions for great fajitas.


I had one last night. It was delicious.


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I like to grill them, until 165 internal temp. Grill is usually about 300. I marinate them in italian dressing for a day or two. They will have great flavor.

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