Delicious Thin Chicken Breast Recipes
Are you making thin chicken breasts juicy and flavorful? It’s a piece of cake! Check out these yummy recipes: a quick baked delight and a delicious pan-fried version.
Nutritional Information
Calories | Fat (g) | Protein (g) | Carbs (g) |
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250 | 10 | 35 | 1 |
Flavorsome Pan-Fried Chicken Breast
ry this pan-fried chicken breast recipe for a quick and satisfying protein boost. It’s simple to prepare yet packed with flavour, featuring a perfectly golden-brown crust and a juicy, tender centre. A sprinkle of fresh herbs and a hint of lemon make this dish irresistibly fresh and flavorful, perfect for any meal!
View RecipeCooking Tips for Thin Chicken Breasts
Cooking those skinny chicken bits can be a pickle, but with the right know-how, you’ll be serving some juicy and tasty chicken in no time. Here’s how I do it.
Hitting That Sweet Spot Temperature
So, thin chicken must hit 165℉/74℃ to be safe to munch on because nobody wants a side of food poisoning. Grab a trusty meat thermometer—it’s a game changer. It’ll save you from the heartbreak of dry chicken.
Here’s a cheat sheet to keep you on track:
Cooking Trick | Heat Setting | Time on the Clock |
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Oven Action | 400℉ (205℃) | 15-20 mins |
Pan Shenanigans | Medium-High Heat | 3-4 mins each side |
Grill Thrill | Medium Heat | 2-3 mins each side |
For an easy peasy oven, crank that oven to 400°F and let your chicken chill inside for 15-20 minutes. Temperature check it often until it hits 165℉, then slice it into thin goodies for serving.
Allowing the Chicken to Chillax
Once the cooking’s done, let your thin chicken nap for a bit. This breaks the juice bank, making your chicken tender and juicy (Beat the Budget). For best results:
- Swish it off the stove.
- Plonk it on a plate or board.
- Could you give it a foil tent?
- Let it hang loose for 5-10 minutes.
This chill time makes slicing smoother, which is handy when you’re whipping up chicken breast salads, wraps, or pasta dishes featuring our star chicken.
Try these tips to ensure that your thin chicken breasts turn out juicy and mouthwatering every time. Check out our other recipes and kitchen hacks for more yummy ideas and cooking know-how.
Meal Ideas with Thin Chicken Breasts
Thin chicken breasts are my secret weapon in the kitchen—they cook fast, suck up flavours like a sponge, and there’s a whole bunch of tasty meals you can whip up with them. If you want to shake up your chicken game, here are some of my ways to make these slender cuts shine.
Chicken Breast Salads and Wraps
Thin chicken breasts make salads and wrap ten times better. They’re quick-cooking and flavour-loving, just the thing for a busy (or lazy) day.
Chicken Caesar Salad
When my cravings hit, a Chicken Caesar Salad is where it’s at. Here’s how you can make it:
- Grill or sizzle up a cut of thin chicken until it’s cooked through (about 15 minutes, or until your trusty meat thermometer says it’s 165°F).
- Throw some Romaine lettuce, croutons, and a sprinkle of Parmesan with your favourite Caesar dressing.
- Slice up that cooked chicken and slide it into the salad for protein powder.
Wraps
Wraps are my fast-food hack:
- Spice a thin chicken breast with your go-to seasonings and let it cook through.
- Smear a tortilla with hummus or your go-to for sandwiches.
- Pile on the chicken, cucumbers, tomatoes, and lettuce, then roll it up and chow down.
Are you feeling adventurous? Please have a look at our cottage cheese flatbread recipe for something different.
Thin Chicken Breast Pasta Dishes
Pasta’s a match made in heaven for thin chicken breasts. They’re so speedy to cook that you’ll be nomming on deliciousness before you know it.
Chicken Alfredo Pasta
There’s nothing quite like Chicken Alfredo Pasta to bring the family together. Here’s my easy-peasy recipe:
- Boil up your favourite pasta following the package’s directions.
- As your pasta cooks, sauté a thin chicken breast in a pan with some olive oil ’til perfection (aka 165°F inside).
- In another pan, stir up an Alfredo sauce using cream, butter, and Parmesan.
- Mix it all up—pasta, chicken, sauce, and maybe a pinch of salt and pepper.
Pesto Chicken Pasta
If you’re feeling like something fresh, give Pesto Chicken Pasta a whirl:
- Cook your pasta to that perfect chewy stage.
- Pan-fry your chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Mix the pasta with pesto sauce and let the chicken join the fun.
These pasta wonders make great leftovers if they last that long! And if you’re feeling snacky, don’t forget our smoked queso recipe—it’s a fab sidekick for pasta.
With thin chicken, your meals will always be exciting. It’s flavour galore every time! Check out our healthy breakfast curry recipe and cinnamon buns from pizza dough for more tasty ideas. Enjoy!
Quick Baked Chicken Breast Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 thin chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the chicken on a baking sheet. You might want parchment paper for easy clean-up.
- Drizzle olive oil like you’re topping a salad.
- Mix up the garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bitty bowl.
- Shower those spices over the chicken like confetti—make sure both sides get the love.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until a thermometer hits 165°F (74°C).