D eli chicken slices are better than sliced deli turkey. I won’t go on about how bland turkey can be—we’ve all had that ...

Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Use a meat thermometer. If you’re using thin-sliced chicken breasts, you barely need to check for doneness, but it’s never a bad idea to check anyway.

Watch the video below from wikiHow to see how to flatten chicken breasts to the thickness listed in your preferred recipe.

This quick, one-pan-meal features pan-seared chicken in a sumptuous garlic-parmesan cheese sauce. With a hint of wine (optional but lovely) and a touch of heavy cream, it’s as luxurious as it is ...