Chicken Breast: roast at 400°F for about 22 min. Internal temp: 165°F / 74°C.
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Safe Internal Temp
165°F / 74°C
Cooking Methods
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your temp
400°F
cook time
~22min
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✎ Brush with oil. Rest 5 min before slicing.
Food Safety
Chicken is safe at 165°F, period. Unlike beef, there's no doneness spectrum — it's either safe or it's not. The good news: if you nail 165°F and don't go much past it, the meat stays juicy. Overshoot to 180°F and it dries out fast. A thermometer in the thickest part is the only reliable way to know.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best tips for cooking chicken breast?
Let rest 5 minutes after cooking. Pound to even thickness for uniform results. A meat thermometer is your best friend here.
What internal temperature should chicken breast reach?
Chicken is safe at 165°F, period. Unlike beef, there's no doneness spectrum — it's either safe or it's not. The good news: if you nail 165°F and don't go much past it, the meat stays juicy. Overshoot to 180°F and it dries out fast. A thermometer in the thickest part is the only reliable way to know.
How do you roast chicken breast?
Roast at 35–16 min. Brush with oil. Rest 5 min before slicing.
How do you air fry chicken breast?
Air Fry at 18–12 min. Flip halfway through. Light oil spray.
How do you grill chicken breast?
Grill at 7–9 min/side. Don't press down — keeps juices in.
How do you sauté chicken breast?
Sauté at 7–8 min/side. Pound to ¾″ thick first.
How do you poach chicken breast?
Poach at 12–15 min. Not a rolling boil. Gentle bubbles only.
