Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts

The basic how-to for the indispensable chicken breast.

Rinse chicken breasts and pat dry. Brush with oil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Place chicken breasts in center of cooking grate. Grill 10 to 12 minutes or until tender and no longer pink inside, turning once halfway through cooking time.

Makes 4 servings.

Tasty variations:

• Grilled chicken breasts can be sliced and served on top of a tossed green salad with a light vinaigrette dressing.
• Grilled chicken breasts make delicious sandwiches. Place grilled breast on a bun and top with lettuce and sliced tomato or a grilled red pepper half. Serve with your favorite dressing.
• For a quick salad, cube grilled chicken breasts, combine with chopped walnuts, celery, apple cubes, and mayonnaise or salad dressing; season to taste.
• Grill up a couple extra to toss into tomorrow night’s pasta dish!