Pan-roasted Airline Chicken Recipe
Pan-Roasted Airline Chicken is a dish featuring chicken breasts with a specific cut that includes the drumette attached, typically roasted in a skillet for flavorful results. This version emphasizes crispy skin and a juicy interior, enhanced by the addition of garlic, thyme, and lemon juice, which impart fresh and savory notes. Here's how to make it at home.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the airline chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Sear the Chicken
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts skin-side down and sear for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip the chicken and sear the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes.
Deglaze the Pan
Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Roast the Chicken
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Rest and Serve
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your pan-roasted airline chicken!