Achieving the perfect sear is a delicate practice, but browning chicken doesn't have to be difficult. Just use the right amount of oil and exercise caution.

I like this $20 Oxo cast-iron brush. It works great on a classic flat skillet ... canola and flaxseed oil) or some other high-heat cooking oil. For more on that, check out this CNET guide to ...

Wipe it down with a paper towel for physical yuckies and/or a lemon, IF YOU MUST (sometimes this helps with tenderizing and ...