The Secret to Jacques Pépin's Juicy Chicken a la Susie Recipe | Cooking at Home | KQED

We think you'll like this one. Jacques Pepin's chicken breast a la Susie recipe was inspired by a friend's recipe. Let's all give thanks to Jacques' friend Susie because this is a terrific method for keeping baked chicken succulent and moist. Mayonnaise is a polarizing ingredient, but in this instance, it's doing its job right.
Holiday hack: you can also try this recipe with skin-on turkey breast.
What you'll need:
2 chicken breasts, salt, 2 1/2 tsp chili-garlic sauce, 1/3 cup mayo, chives
Jacques Pépin Cooking At Home: Chicken Breast a la Susie
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[@maxgc6413]

The master as always keeps it nice and simple. Perfect for winter, respect Chef. I enjoyed watching you work in person when you visited our class in 2014, BU. You got another 100 years in you chef, I'll never forget your teachings. Cook from the heart is his motto and the best way.

[@Samurai78420]

That is so cool!

[@mayonnaiseeee]

i am honored to be included in this recipe

[@kqed]

Thank you for your service, mayo.

[@johandekempen3064]

Chicken?

[@matthewbbenton]

I’ve always admired how he gives credit. Whether it’s a recipe or a technique, he always says where he got it or who showed it to him. Integrity.

[@mas3ymd]

You know you’re a pro when you use the measuring spoon (still attached to the ring full of other measuring spoons, no less) to mix and apply your sauces! Gotta love Jacques Pépin. He’s a culinary master who shows regular people how to cook.

[@arcan762]

Yep, especially after being used to spread all over raw chicken xD

[@wauliepalnuts6134]

I envy Susie for being Jacques' friend.

[@kqed]

She's so lucky

[@DiamondJim22]

If you knew Susie like Jacques knew Susie…

[@moishglukovsky]

The most endearing thing about Jacques is that he spreads chili sauce and mayo with the measuring spoon he’s using, just like the rest of us would do. :-)

[@raydoactive]

Only Jacques can cross contaminate, love it!

[@ajconstantine3593]

I’m bustin this bad boy Monday w skin-on THIGHS & some sliced onions fired in there for good measure. 😮‍💨 I LOVE that his daughter’s still keeping his trains running on time after all these great years. 🙏🤟

[@texasstardust6010]

I seldom have " envy " ..however, I envy Susie...being Jeques' friend.... 😊 And his manner of relaying w h o. gets ' credit " for Recipes he shows that are from other people... Integrity. ✨️💜

[@13c11a]

The way he prepares food demonstrates his deep knowledge of food prep and old fashioned good tasting dishes. Thank you, Jacque.

[@KT-kb8kh]

Been a huge fan of his for 30 years. He looks wonderful for his upcoming 88th birthday. Glad to see he’s out and about since he lost his wife Gloria 3 or so years ago.

[@paulwagner688]

Never ever underestimate the uses of mayonnaise, especially when baking. I've done something similar with lobster tails and it's AMAZING in its flavor. This is going to go into my rotation. Served over rice with plenty of that sauce.

[@kqed]

Ooh, adding to lobster tails is a great idea.

[@tristandeppe5215]

Mayo on top of salmon fillets, under the broiler for a few minutes.

[@duffman7065]

Agree! Same with Greek yoghurt, garlic and lemon pepper 🙂

[@Samurai78420]

I mean, what can be said about this great man that hasn't already been said? Hes a legend on every level. I know he misses his girl badly, but I hope he lives til he's 140, lol.

[@Boycott-Ai-NOW]

Finally!!! A Chef who cookz and doesnt talk ur earz off wita bunch of nothing ramblingz!!! Awesome 😂👌

[@makelikeatree1696]

I made this last night with thighs. Didn’t have chili sauce, used sriracha. Great technique.

[@giovannirojas3952]

Arguably one of the best chefs in human history. What a privilege that we've gotten to witness some of his best work for free! 😊

[@Samurai78420]

I agree 💯

[@kqed]

Thank you for watching!

[@TheOfficialCaseMade]

*Inarguably 😁 Chef Jacques is the best.

[@Clamshell57]

Made this tonight, just added more chopped fresh garlic. Delicious. Thank you Chef Pepin.

[@warrenvider6459]

Well I know what i'm having for dinner tomorrow.

[@michellexx5533]

I didn’t really know about the mayonnaise , but the dish looks so good after it cooks

[@genobrown35]

I finally made this tonight. Was amazing. So moist and the sauce from the mayo and garlic chili sauce so tasty. So easy to make too

[@duffman7065]

I know mine will not turn out anywhere near as good as Jacques, but I’m going to give it a go this weekend and have fun doing it. I love the simplicity of Jacque’s cooking. Zero pretension and no BS. He gives you the confidence to try different things in the kitchen. Would love to meet this absolute gentleman.

[@user-tq3rr8vy2w]

So cute and adorable to see him enjoying the chicken with the sauce. Lol. I adore you Mr. Pepin!

[@richardjoyce1]

3 minutes! Only Chef Pépin can casually put a wealth of culinary knowledge in a 3-minute video.

[@renatosilva5304]

I LIKE A LITTLE CHICKEN WITH MY MAYONESE TOO.

[@user-qy4ov8dp5y]

Зная за този добър начин на приготвяне и ще го направя. Има и друг, също интересен - вместо майонеза се слага натурално кисело мляко, смесено с подправки по желание. Получава се свеж резултат, а и тези които са на диета, ще останат доволни. Благодаря, Шеф Пепен, прекланям се пред вас! От България.

[@kqed]

Thanks for watching from Bulgaria!

[@user-qy4ov8dp5y]

@@kqed Удоволствието е изцяло мое. Благодаря ви за вниманието. С обич към Шеф Пепен и близките му хора. Бог да ви пази.💖

[@The3Storms]

Hey, I’d try that. I’ve seen chicken marinated in yogurt with the excess shaken off before cooking. Thanks for this suggestion!

[@user-qy4ov8dp5y]

@@The3Storms Здравейте!Този начин на мариноване е характерен за индийската кухня, изобщо за източната кулинария. Млечната киселина прави месото по-крехко и го предпазва от изсушаване при приготвянето му. В България има стара рецепта - добре изпечено агнешко месо се залива със смес от кисело мляко и яйца и се връща във фурната до стягане на сместта. Поздрави!🤗

[@emagee7864]

This one is so simple that it's hard not to make it. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@rhondatate4467]

In the 60s and early 70s, the rural ladies all put a thick coat of mayo on all large cuts of neat and let it stand a while. Hams roasts etc. Nothing was ever dry.

[@taint_misbehavin]

This is the craziest dish I have ever heard of. Just 3 ingredients and 3 steps, and doesn't _sound_ appetizing... But if Jacques recommends it, I guess I have to try it!

[@riffmeisterkl]

That’s sambal oelek, one of the great hot sauces

[@Dazzletoad]

Amazing. Give thanks to Jacques for continuing to share this wonderful material. I really would give anything to be able to meet him.

[@Joseph1NJ]

Wow, looks amazing, yet simple.

[@tictackpainting9983]

So simple and no doubt delicious. Thank you!!!

[@carolhaggard700]

Love love love watching you cook

[@Darcova]

You're a good man Jaques. Keep doing what you do.

[@charlescabana7849]

Thank you Susie. Surely make it.

[@STVG71]

Super simple and easy! Will be giving this a go this weekend. Thank you chef!

[@GeordiLaForgery]

Thanks Jacques

[@jesusismysavior844]

Chef Pepin #1

[@thefigtreeguy]

I made this for lunch today and it was delicious!

[@julesw1403]

Yummmm !

[@allyfain]

Thank you Jacques! Always Love Watching xo Ally

[@jonjrosen]

Thank you

[@chaddawgpanisi294]

👍 chef 👍 Jacques 👍 Pepin chef master class classes recpite favorite food

[@lindarebeccachannel5611]

Ayam turky chicken ala turki...terima kasih saya suport saluran anda..semoga bermanfat di lain tempat

[@johnlord8337]

With all of that good cooking Dad, its a miracle both wife and Claudine aren't roly-polie rouladess !!!

[@ZenaidaRoxas-yk8pp]

Wow, I'll try it tomorrow! Simple pantry Staple ingredients. Thanks, Chef

[@maryannbieksza1733]

Excellent, especially with cauliflower rice. Simple.

[@legit123456]

After watching dozens of this guy's videos, he has proven cross-contamination is a myth.

[@Loke2112]

He has no more F's left to give!

[@LPKJFHIS]

Just when I thought it was bad, it got worse throughout. You just don’t see how sick he gets off screen

[@Fulton-Sheene...]

He Truly Is... A Master of His Craft... ❤🙏❤️

[@lesterscrugs2272]

I dig it.

[@rhondatate4467]

I wanna be Susie!! Thanks Jacques. I'll keep that one close.

[@108doublestitches]

This might be good using dijon mustard, white wine and mayo; jerk sauce lime and mayo; peanut butter, Thai chilis and mayo; Greek yogurt, herbs and mayo etc. Lots of possibilities.

[@johnbgriffinjr116]

I’ve made a version of this… delicious!!!! Merci Susie et chef Jacques!!!!

[@sheltiepeas]

I tried this from your new cookbook, it was so delicious and easy. Thank you! 😄

[@johnod1955]

Which book please?

[@willismartin9196]

The 🐐 😊

[@chrisandersen5635]

I’m guessing this is Susie Heller? Producer extraordinaire. Worked with him and Julia on many shows. Fine talent in her own right.

[@randylahey1232]

Susie's very lucky to have such a cool friend,I'm jealous 👍

[@kqed]

We agree!

[@Ragnarok043]

Ahhh the classic Poulette Suzzette lol

[@Kent-qo6xp]

Very nice. Kent Vogel A.S.C.A.P

[@Handyandy747]

Put a layer of parboiled potatoes down first. Worked well!

[@pskully57]

I'm thinking Dijonaisse.

[@VladamireD]

Dijon or stone-ground mustard could also work.

[@messitup]

that hot sauce is Sam Bal!

[@1wineo2beers]

So we use a measuring spoon to spread on paste on top of Raw chicken, then back in fourth in jar for cross contamination? 🤔🤔 Got it😂😂😂😂 Jeeeze

[@LPKJFHIS]

Are you even a cooking legend if you and your guests don't shit themselves after every meal?

[@ikanc7516]

Is it okay that he reused his teaspoon to get the chili sauce after the teaspoon touched the raw chicken?

[@susanb5058]

I noticed that too and I think that’s definitely not ok.

[@happycat3399]

When you’re cooking at home and not in a restaurant, and you are the Great Master Chef Jacques Pepin, who has been cooking for longer than a lot of us have been alive, you may do as you wish. We can make our own choices on how we would like to cook, he is our inspiration. ❤️🍷plus I was just thinking…,(I bet that chicken is one he’s raised on his farm, so not in a contaminated environment)

[@CJNYC-zr6ch]

Well not everyone likes hot sauce so I will probably try Heinz 57 with the mayonnaise

[@johnmauro9175]

He’s awesome. But he must be completely immune to salmonella at this point. 🤦🏻‍♂️🤣❤️

[@dianejohnson1375]

Yan can cook new episodes on Monday mornings

[@turdle2767]

what does the mayo taste like?

[@tox7841]

Cross contamination 😂

[@krismhawkins1]

I literally shouted out loud, "Jacques, DUDE!! Wash that spoon!"

[@fugoo8912]

🙄

[@theodore6548]

^There's one on every thread.

[@tox7841]

@@theodore6548 got that right 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@LPKJFHIS]

@@theodore6548So you like food poisoning?

[@21ruevictorhugo]

Why throw away the skin? It tastes delicious!

[@PresMonroe]

Are these JP shows from yrs ago or new series recorded recently ???

[@kqed]

The Cooking At Home series is more recent. You can see them all here: kzbin.info/aero/PL_PgxS3FkP7ATPveBQ1yah7LDqysyzDCG&si=kKM385ZLpRFic0Id

[@rolytnz]

I am waiting for a book from him: How To Cook All The Things- Recipes with Three Ingredients. ... seasoning does not count 😀

[@chrisp-critter8144]

curious about that hot sauce. It doesn't look like typical hot sauce. looks thicker. anyone know what kind it is?

[@rorydeming7689]

I can’t be sure, but it looks like Sambal. It’s quite thick and a bit chunky. The flavor is typically garlicky and has a bit of tartness. It’s definitely got some heat, but it is really delicious. Depending on where in the world you live, you can probably find it in the “Asian Foods” section of your grocery store.

[@L.Spencer]

I wonder what kind of chile sauce that is.

[@chrissymorin]

Looks like "sambal olek" to me (a garlic-heavy chili sauce)!

[@VladamireD]

"Huy Fong Chili Garlic Sauce" is the specific brand (it's basically sambal oelek like @chrissymorin mentioned).

[@L.Spencer]

@@VladamireD thanks guys!

[@lee9604]

Can't use hot sauce, what else can be used?

[@The3Storms]

Are we substituting bc of an allergy, or are we avoiding spicy heat?

[@MegaLiterally]

This looks like something Honey Boo Boos mom would make

[@davidblaske6911]

Jacque pepin, the here.... but not right now guy. The answer is simple. No. You can actually cook this at home!!

[@cironicholas526]

He just rubbed that measuring spoon all over the raw chicken then put the spoon back into the container of chili sauce.

[@roncaruso931]

SO? The man is a legend. He is cooking at home not in a restaurant. I never clean my utensils or anything that raw chicken touches. Never have gotten food poisoning. My Mom did the same. The whole family NEVER got sick!!!

[@cironicholas526]

@@roncaruso931 based

[@roncaruso931]

based????@@cironicholas526

[@Michael-hw5wk]

I made this the other day and was not impressed. It was just okay, but I have made better using his recipes.

[@tonytramonti5828]

Bnjour bonjour, somewhere in the vicinity of your general direction I shall fart

[@murathanakordeon]

Very interesting but perfect

[@Paul-ic2ki]

he rubbed raw chicken with the measuring spoon and then dipped it back into the sauce.... :/

[@nickbonvino2292]

He doesn’t sweat that… he’s Jacques Pepin!!

[@bw2082]

At his age he has no Fs left to give

[@roncaruso931]

SO? The man is a legend. He is cooking at home not in a restaurant. I never clean my utensils or anything that raw chicken touches. Never have gotten food poisoning. My Mom did the same. The whole family NEVER got sick!!!

[@mikegragnano43]

I’m going to have to trust that one of the best chefs in the world knows what he’s doing

[@essiebessie661]

Jeez! Take note: That sauce was in a small bowl of sauce and all of it went onto the chicken right then! He didn’t dip that spoon into a big jar of mayo that went back into the fridge.

[@anthonycella8897]

PLease keep posting recipes . Too many wanabee chefs on youtube who are horrible

[@suedacko1832]

OMG! Cross contamination of germs using the same teaspoon touching raw chicken and then putting that contaminated teaspoon into the hotsauce jar. Throw that hotsauce out! He should know better and should not be showing people it's OK to do that

[@xcalabur18]

Looks delicious but tried making this and it turned into a liquidy mess. Sauce just ran off the top of the chicken and the casserole dish was just filled with an oily mess. Not sure where I went wrong??

[@WheezerOfJuice]

Why is the audio so terrible? :(

[@Toxus8]

Is Susie a 19 year old student?

[@jamesberggren9029]

He just contaminated the Chilli sauce with raw chicken.

[@makelikeatree1696]

Never, ever eat at Jacque Pepins house and you will be safe.

[@moeruss2726]

That’s exactly what I said. He used the spoon to spread the chili sauce on the raw chicken then put the same spoon in the jar.🤢

[@talex7473]

It’s fine

[@cumnmrmptaaa4234]

@@talex7473honestly it really is lol, if you’re cooking for other people obviously not or in a restaurant but if ur cooking for ur self do whatever u want

[@LPKJFHIS]

@@cumnmrmptaaa4234My house, my RULES, MY DIARRHEA