Planned to cook chicken for dinner but forgot to remove it from the freezer to thaw?

You are not alone.

Most of us have busy lives, doing several things at once, which makes us forget things sometimes.

How to Cook Frozen Chicken Breasts Safely

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But dont feel helpless.

This tutorial byMOMables Laura Fuenteswill show you how to cook frozen chicken breasts safely using the oven or stove.

This is when a meat thermometer comes in handy.

How to Bake Frozen Chicken

If you dont have enough time to wait for their chicken to defrost, try this lifesaving technique!

Place your frozen chicken breast, then drizzle olive oil and season it with your favorite seasonings.

you might also add your favorite sauce or whatever ingredients you are using for the recipe you are following.

How to Cook Frozen Chicken in a Pan

Then you want to add approximately 50% of the cooking time to any recipe.

So, instead of just cooking it for 35 minutes, you want to bake it for 52.5 minutes.

This is just an estimate since not all chicken breasts are the same size.

The Best Way to Cook Frozen Chicken Breasts Safely

The best way to know if your chicken is cooked is by using a meat thermometer.

Place the chicken breast without any seasonings and cover with the lid.

After 10 to 15 minutes, when the bottom turns brown, season your chicken.

Flip and cook the other side.

The total cooking time for the chicken in a pan is going to be 50% more.

How to Cook Frozen Chicken Breasts Safely