How to Perfectly Cook Stovetop Chicken

0 Once you are done with flattening the chicken breasts, dry both sides with paper towels. This process picks up any extra moisture on the surface that could cause it to steam instead of brown. 
1 Then evenly sprinkle with the seasoning blend, about a half teaspoon per each side. Don’t let the chicken sit too long because the salt will draw the moisture to the surface. If this happens, blot with a paper towel before adding to the pan.
2 Turn your stovetop on medium heat and add cooking oil. The surface of the chicken breasts should become golden brown and completely transparent throughout. It’s fine if the juices run slightly pink, but the chicken meat should not be raw in the center. 
3 Cook the first side on medium-high heat for 3 minutes, and then reduce to medium when flipping over and cook for 10-15 minutes under the lid.
4 Also, use an instant-read thermometer to check the internal temperature on the thickest part of the breast. It should be between 160 to 165ºF (71 to 74ºC).
5 Give the chicken about 5 minutes to rest before you start to slice. Resting keeps the chicken moist instead of running out onto the cutting board.
6 Enjoy the tender and juice chicken breasts with your favorite side dish and share with your friends how to perfectly cook stovetop chicken!