We’ve ranted and raved for years about the benefits of an instant-read thermometer and how using one can help you be a more confident home cook. It’s useful for baked goods, deep frying, custards, ...

Chef using a thermometer to check meat on a grill - Aj_watt/Getty Cooking meat correctly boils down to one simple task: knowing how to use a meat thermometer. Although it's a fairly simple process, it ...

Shredded Smoked Chicken… Now this is one of my house’s most made meal prep foods. I use smoked shredded chicken in recip ...

One more option is to put the chicken (sliced) and salsa over some greens to make a warm salad. Sour cream, avocado salsa, ...

• Use a digital thermometer—cook chicken breasts to 155–160 °F to avoid overcooking. • Using a lower oven temperature (around ...

What’s your favorite kitchen gadget? I have to say mine is my instant-read thermometer. Without it, I inevitably overcook my meat. While I have tried the techniques TV chefs demonstrate by touching, ...