Dry chicken usually means overcooking, uneven thickness, or not enough moisture during cooking.
Common causes
- Overcooking
- Uneven pieces
- No resting time
- Too high heat
1. Overcooking
Chicken dries out fast.
Quick fixes:
- Use a timer
- Stop cooking at 75°C internal temp
2. Uneven thickness
Thin parts cook faster.
Quick fixes:
- Pound chicken to even thickness
- Cut large breasts in half
3. No resting time
Juices escape instantly.
Quick fixes:
- Rest for 5 minutes before cutting
What to try first
Lower the heat and cook more gently.
When to call it a loss
If the chicken is stringy and chalky.