Tip of the Day (#2) Chicken

Chicken is a delicious, lean protein that pairs well with virtually anything you could think of. The most important aspect of cooking chicken is the internal temperature which you are cooking it to. So often, I find that chicken is extremely over cooked in attempts to "make sure that it's done". The easiest way to fix this dilemma is to invest in a good (~$15.00) meat thermometer. When your chicken is fully cooked it will read 160 degrees (and carry over to 165 when removed). It is not necessary to cook beyond this. Over cooked chicken is dry and tasteless and the downfall of most poorly executed chicken dishes. Monitor internal temperature and it will be moist, juicy, and flavorful every time!