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1-10-10 Chicken – The Quick Juicy Method
for Busy Days

Let’s get real. Some days, the idea of making lunch feels like one more thing on a too-long to-do list.

That’s where this method comes in.

✅ Quick Answer: What is the 1-10-10 chicken method?
It’s a no-recipe cooking trick that delivers juicy chicken breast using time and steam—not skill. One minute sear, 10 minutes cook, 10 minutes rest. That’s it.

This isn’t just any method. It’s the one my friend Linda swears by—and now, I do too.

2 chicken breasts cooked using the 1-10-10 method

Why I Love the 1-10-10 Chicken Method

You don’t need a thermometer.
You don’t need to preheat the oven.
You don’t even need a full recipe.

Just:
- 1 hot skillet
- A little oil
- 2 small chicken breasts
- And 21 minutes of mostly hands-off time

Juicy chicken breast, corn on the cob, and zucchini

How to Do It

  1. Heat a skillet on high for a couple of minutes. Add a teaspoon of oil.
  2. Place seasoned chicken in the hot pan and let it sear undisturbed for 1 minute.
  3. Flip the chicken, turn the heat to low, and cover with a lid.
  4. Cook for 10 minutes without peeking.
  5. Remove from heat, still covered, and let rest another 10 minutes.
  6. Done! Slice and serve. Juicy magic.

Where This Method Came From

I asked Linda (who runs Anti-Aging Beauty Zone and also makes creative healthy meals) where she learned this trick. Her response?

“Oh gosh, Susan, I don’t remember where I saw that. It was over 15 years ago—so it’s been around a while. But lots of recipes use it, so I don’t know who you should credit. It wasn’t me... I wish!!!”

So no clear inventor, but it’s a classic for a reason.

Why It Works for Work-From-Home Life

  • You can do it between calls
  • You don’t have to babysit the stove
  • It always comes out juicy
  • It pairs with anything—veggies, salad, wraps

Final Thoughts

The 1-10-10 chicken method is my go-to when I need real food fast—without sacrificing flavor or texture. No measuring. No stress. Just lunch... that works.

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