How to Cook Skin-On Chicken Breasts

How to Get Crisp Skin Every Time

  • Using a paper towel, pat both sides of the chicken breasts dry.
  • Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. 
  • In a frying pan over medium-high heat, warm oil until hot but not smoking. 
  • Add the chicken, skin side down, and cook until the skin is well browned, 5 to 6 minutes. 
  • Turn and cook until the meat is firm and cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Transfer to a plate and serve.