• Remove packaging from frozen chicken. If the padding on the bottom is stuck, run the chicken under warm water until the padding comes loose.
• Rinse outside of chicken well and pat dry.

COOKING FROZEN CHICKEN IN THE OVEN

• Just place your chicken in an oven safe dish (I like to use my vintage corningware dishes for this), then pour a jar of pasta sauce, or Italian dressing over the top. 
• You can use any type of marinade sauce you'd like, this is just to quickly add flavor and help trap in the moisture. OR you can simply season as normal and add a cup of water to the pan.
• Top the pan with a lid or piece of aluminum and bake at 350°F for the times indicated below, depending on the type of chicken you are cooking - or until the internal temperature of the thickest part reaches 165°F

  How Long to Cook Frozen Chicken in the Oven:

  - Frozen chicken breasts (boneless): 30 - 45 minutes

  - Frozen chicken breasts (bone-in) 45 - 60 minutes

  - Frozen chicken thighs: 60 - 75 minutes

  - Frozen chicken tenders: 25 - 35 minutes

  - Frozen chicken wings: 45 - 60 minutes

  - Frozen chicken drumsticks: 60 - 75 minutes

  - Frozen whole chicken: 2 1/2 - 3 hours

COOKING FROZEN CHICKEN ON THE STOVETOP

• Preheat oven to 375°.
• Grab your favorite pan and add a little of your favorite cooking oil. Heat the pan to a medium heat and then add your frozen chicken.
• Season the chicken on one side, then flip your chicken over and season on the other side. Sear all side of the chicken as desired, and then add broth or water.
• Cover and cook your frozen chicken on medium heat for about 30 - 45 minutes or until the center reaches 165°F. You can also just add marinade to the pan and simmer if you want to skip the searing step.

  How Long to Cook Frozen Chicken on the Stovetop:

  Regardless of what type of chicken you are cooking, the cook time for frozen chicken on the stovetop is about 30-45 minutes.

  Just double check that the internal temp on the thickest part is at least 165°F

COOKING FROZEN CHICKEN IN AN INSTANT POT

• Place frozen chicken in the inner pot in a single layer. Don't overlap the chicken. Season chicken as desired, and add a cup of broth or water to the pot.
• Press the "manual" button and cook on high pressure for the cooking time as listed below. Allow the pressure to naturally release for at least 5 minutes, before releasing the remainder of the pressure with a quick release.
• Double check that the chicken is at least 165°F in the thickest part. If not, cook for another 2-5 minutes. Let the chicken rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.

  How Long to Cook Frozen Chicken in the Instant Pot:

  - Frozen chicken breasts (boneless): 10 to 15 minutes

  - Frozen chicken thighs: 13 to 15 minutes

  - Frozen chicken tenders: 6 minutes

  - Frozen chicken wings: 12 minutes

  - Chicken drumsticks: 12 minutes

COOKING FROZEN CHICKEN IN AN AIR FRYER

• Preheat the air fryer to 360°F.Rub the chicken with the cooking oil of your choice, and add any seasonings. Add chicken to the air fryer basket and cook.
• Remove the basket halfway through and shake or flip the chicken, check the internal temp of the meat and continue until it reaches 165°F. Cooking times below are approximate.

  How Long to Cook Frozen Chicken in an Air Fryer:

  - Frozen chicken breasts: 20 minutes

  - Frozen chicken thighs: 20 minutes

  - Frozen chicken tenders: 15 minutes

  - Frozen chicken wings: 30 minutes

  - Frozen chicken drumsticks: 30 minutes