How to Cook Chicken in a Pan

There are several ways to cook chicken in a pan. The key things to remember are that the higher the heat, the quicker the chicken will cook. It must be kept over a low to medium heat to prevent it from burning. Although you will most likely be using a non-stick pan surface, it is good to cook the chicken in Pam or canola oil (low fat). If you need to cook the chicken a little faster, the best way is to cut the chicken into smaller pieces before preparation.

Things You'll Need

• Chicken
• 1 tbsp. canola oil
• Medium pan

Instructions

1. Cut the chicken into strips or cubes, depending on the dish you are serving. If you are cooking a full chicken breast, spray a little Pam or brush some canola oil on both sides.

2. Place the pan on medium heat. Let the pan heat for a short time to even the temperature throughout the pan.

3. Pour the canola oil into the pan. Even if you already brushed canola oil on the breast, you will still want extra oil in the pan.

4. Cook until browned on both sides. If you are cooking a full breast, optimal cooking time is about 7 to 8 minutes on each side.

5. Remove chicken from the pan and serve.

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish