Chef shares 'secret' to cooking chicken breasts that are the 'juiciest ever'

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There's a simple way to make your chicken seriously juicy

Fried chicken breasts on vegetable oil, iron cast pan (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

For many, chicken is a staple due to its delectable taste, numerous health benefits, and adaptability to various flavours.

However, achieving tender results when cooking chicken breasts can be a challenge.

And more often than not, it can result in dry meat, which is never very pleasant.

Fortunately, a viral TikTok cook, @ketorecipes, has shared his technique for crafting the "juiciest chicken breasts ever", boasting that they're so succulent they practically "drip with juice".

His video showcases the mouth-watering outcome, and the steps to achieve it are surprisingly easy.

Baked chicken with thyme aroma on white rice

Chicken breast is a staple that goes with so many different meals (Image: Getty)

Begin by seasoning your chicken breasts and allowing them to marinate.

The cook utilises a blend of spices, yoghurt, and lemon juice, but discloses that the "secret" ingredient is a small amount of baking soda, which serves to "soften up" the meat fibres.

Next, let the meat reach room temperature before cooking it on medium heat with a lid on for three-and-a-half minutes. Then, flip the chicken over and cook for an additional seven minutes, reports the Mirror.

@ketorecipes

SUPER JUICY CHICKEN . These are the secrets to the juiciest chicken breasts youve ever had: BAKING SODA, COOKING WITH LID ON, AND LETTING IT REST - these are practically dripping with juice and theyre so good Ingredients 3 chicken breasts 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 2 tablespoons plain yogurt Juice of 1/2 lemon Salt & pepper to taste . Here is how I made it: 1. Add 3 chicken brsts to a bowl and season with a generous pinch of salt and black pepper, 1 teaspoon of oregano, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda to soften up the fibers. Add 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt, the juice of half a lemon, and mix very well. . 2. Let chicken marinate for 30 minutes (outside of the fridge). By not using cold chicken, it help cook the chicken evenly. . 3. Bring a pan to medium heat. Once hot, place the marinated chicken in the pan. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 3 minutes. This method will trap the moisture, making the chicken juicier. . 4. After 3.5 minutes, flip the chicken. Cover again, reduce heat to MEDIUM-LOW, and let them cook for another 7-8 minutes. If you used cold chicken, or if your pan wasnt hot enough, or if your chicken was too thick, this may require more time (and not be juicy, so follow the directions and ultimately, the chicken is done when its internal temperature reaches 165°F). . 5. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the pan and place on a cutting board or a plate. Let rest for 5 minutes. Resting allows the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and juicy. 6. After resting, slice the chicken breasts against the grain and serve. They should be exceptionally juicy and flavorful! . You can serve this however way you wish with your favorite veggies, salad, or with rice, quinoa, or if youre lowcarb/keto my @Kaizen Food Company lowcarb rice. . I usually do chicken thighs, but this is an amazing way to make regular chicken super moist! . ENJOY . . . #lowcarb #lowcarbrecipes #keto #ketorecipes #healthyrecipes #goodmoodfood #healthyfoodshare #chickenrecipes #cookinghacks

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Once cooked, allow it to rest for five minutes before serving. According to @ketorecipes, this method guarantees "perfect" chicken every time.

Since its posting, the video has garnered over 5,000 views, with numerous individuals expressing their eagerness to try out this simple method to elevate their chicken dishes.

One fan suggested: "If you have an air fryer, try wrapping in foil and cooking. So juicy."

Another wrote: "Stop. What. Trying! " A third said: "Your recipes are amazing - thank you."

Meanwhile, a fourth culinary enthusiast concurred, adding: "Secret isn't just baking soda, the lemon and room temperature is huge. Then rest it. He's not wrong. Glistening pearly white and fork tender."

For those eager to replicate his recipe, here are the ingredients he swears by: