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Butterflied chicken breast on a cutting board.
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How to Butterfly a Chicken Breast

Learn how to butterfly a chicken breast with a step-by-step guide and simple tips to ensure you have success every time! 
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: how to butterfly a chicken breast, how to butterfly chicken
Servings: 1 servings
Calories: 269kcal

Equipment

  • cutting board
  • Paring Knife

Ingredients

  • 1 Boneless skinless chicken breast

Instructions

  • Place the chicken breast flat on the cutting board.
    1 Boneless skinless chicken breast
  • Place one hand on top of the chicken, holding it still.
  • Run a sharp knife lengthwise down the center of the chicken, stopping roughly ½ inch before cutting through.
  • Spread the chicken out, pressing down both sides like a book.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 269kcal | Protein: 50g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 151mg | Sodium: 274mg | Potassium: 873mg | Vitamin A: 71IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg