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How Long to Cook Chicken Breast (Boneless, Skinless) in the dutch oven

Specification: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6-8 oz each), seared 2 minutes per side in butter, then smothered with sliced mushrooms, marsala wine, and stock, covered with Dutch oven lid

Target Temp

325°F (163°C)

Stovetop / Oven

Total Time

20–25 mins

Total Cook Window

Flip Mark

No Flip

Continuous Cook

Internal Safe Temp

165°F (74°C) internal

USDA Safe Pull

COOK MODE

Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage

Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

Preheat & Prep

Preheat dutch oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare chicken breast (boneless, skinless) (4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6-8 oz each), seared 2 minutes per side in butter, then smothered with sliced mushrooms, marsala wine, and stock, covered with Dutch oven lid).

Cook

Cook for 20–25 mins. Do not flip; allow surface to develop undisturbed.

Check & Rest

Meat is firm and opaque white to the center; instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest breast reads 165°F. Confirm internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) internal. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

USDA FSIS Poultry Guidelines (165°F); Culinary Institute of America Braising Standards.

Pro Tip: Boneless chicken breasts braise quickly in a heavy Dutch oven; check at 20 minutes so they do not overcook past 165°F into dryness.

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